According to a report by The Sun News, on Sunday, January 11, 2026, Ide Goddy Uwazurike, the president of the Credibility Group and former leader of the Igbo intelligentsia organisation Aka Ikenga, shared his perspectives on the political ripples caused by Peter Obi’s move to the African Democratic Congress (ADC). In an exchange with Vincent Kalu, Uwazurike argued that the current administration’s policies under President Tinubu have brought significant hardship to the populace.
Discussing the massive influx of Igbo people returning to the South-East for the December holidays despite economic struggles and security concerns, Uwazurike suggested that a deep-seated cultural connection to the homeland is inherent in the Igbo identity. He noted that regardless of high travel costs, such as airfares reaching N1million, the drive to return home remains unshaken.
He recalled the resilience shown in 1970 when, despite post-war devastation, the Igbo people worked tirelessly to rebuild and reconnect with their roots. He emphasised that for a true Igbo person, failing to return for major milestones suggests a loss of cultural essence, and he dismissed reports of insecurity as being largely exaggerated by external platforms.
Regarding the legal troubles of Nnamdi Kanu, Uwazurike contended that his detention did not deter the festive travels and labelled claims to the contrary as dishonest.
He further dismissed the influence of figures like Simon Ekpa on the general Igbo population, characterising Ekpa’s followers as outlaws rather than representative of the community. He noted that travellers moved freely across the country during the holidays without the fear often portrayed in the media.
On the subject of Peter Obi’s political shift to the ADC, Uwazurike observed that while the defections of other politicians often pass with little scrutiny, Obi’s move sparked an intense backlash from the ruling APC’s media apparatus.
He highlighted Obi’s unique position as a politician who funded his 2023 campaign independently and faced significant institutional hurdles, such as being denied landing rights in certain states. Despite these challenges, Uwazurike views Obi as a model of integrity and governance who remains a threat to the political establishment.
Addressing the APC’s dominance in state and national leadership, Uwazurike cautioned that holding a majority of governorships does not guarantee future electoral success. He cited the 2015 election as a precedent where an incumbent party with significant control still lost power.
He expressed concerns about the impartiality of the judiciary and the independence of the electoral body, noting that the legacy of a judge should be defined by uprightness rather than political loyalty.
The interview also touched on the sensitive issue of targeted killings in Nigeria. Uwazurike categorised the ongoing violence against specific religious and ethnic communities, particularly in states like Plateau, Benue, and Kwara, as Christian genocide. He criticised current and former governors for adopting “survival modes” that prioritise political convenience over speaking the truth about the massacres.
He accused the government of looking the other way while insurgent groups enforce their ideologies through violence and noted that official responses often urge victims to accommodate their attackers rather than providing justice.
Turning to economic matters, Uwazurike criticised the Tinubu administration’s tax and exchange rate reforms, which he claimed have decimated the middle class and fuelled inflation. He argued that the government lacks credibility and transparency, specifically regarding tax laws that allegedly grant authorities excessive powers of entry and arrest.
He lamented the rising costs of fuel and electricity and the departure of major industries from the country. He suggested that the administration has focused more on borrowing for consumption rather than production, leading to a massive debt-servicing burden in the 2026 budget.
Uwazurike urged the President to reconsider his inner circle, suggesting that the quality of governance depends on the intelligence and experience of one’s advisors.
He said, “Mr President, be humble enough to learn from Peter Obi’s blueprint on how to govern Nigeria.” He concluded by stating that if the government does not seek better counsel, the nation will continue to face economic and social decline. See More
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