Peter Obi points finger at FG over growing Labour Party rift

A video shared on X captures a moment where Peter Obi, the former Labour Party presidential candidate, responds to a question about the party’s internal crises during a public event.

The clip, which highlights Obi’s perspective that the issues within the Labour Party are not solely internal but are exacerbated by deliberate government actions.

In the video, Obi is seen engaging with a questioner who asks about the Labour Party’s recent challenges. Obi’s response is direct and pointed: “What is happening in Labour Party today is caused by government deliberate.” He elaborates, suggesting that external interference has played a significant role in the party’s struggles, a claim that has resonated with many observers. His statement shifts the narrative from internal mismanagement to a broader context of political maneuvering, arguing that such interference is not unique to the Labour Party but a recurring issue in Nigerian politics.

Obi’s words, delivered with conviction, underline his view that the government’s actions are a deliberate attempt to destabilize opposition parties. “We had a problem in our party before in the past and Yar’Adua was president,” he recalls, drawing a historical parallel to support his argument. He asserts that past presidents, like Yar’Adua, intervened to resolve internal conflicts, implying a contrast with the current administration’s approach.

Online reactions to the video have been mixed, with some supporting Obi’s perspective and others questioning the extent of government involvement.