Peter Obi Media Reach (POMR) has said that the former presidential candidate, Peter Obi, should not be linked to what it described as “transactional politics.”
The group made the clarification while reacting to claims by the spokesperson to President Bola Tinubu, Daniel Bwala, who alleged that Obi had tried to reach out to him.
In a statement issued by its spokesman, Ibrahim Umar, the group dismissed the allegation as false, explaining that it was necessary to respond in order to prevent the public from being misled.
The statement said, “Normally, we would not dignify Barr Bwala’s baseless accusations with a reply, given his well-documented history of dishonesty. However, we feel it is necessary to address this matter for the benefit of the public, who may be misled.”
According to the group, Peter Obi has consistently distanced himself from individuals it associates with transactional politics.
“Our principal, Peter Obi, has made it clear that he excludes individuals like Bwala from his political activities and any form of transactional politics that sustain people like him in political circles.
“The Peter Obi that Nigerians know and appreciate will never engage in such practices. He would rather allocate resources to provide desks for children in Bwala’s village than pay him to concoct falsehoods for public consumption,” the statement said.
POMR added that Obi’s political philosophy centres on promoting good governance and building a better society rather than paying individuals to support his cause.
“Obi’s approach is rooted in the pursuit of good governance and the creation of a better society for all. He does not pay people to promote a cause; instead, he invites them to join him in believing in a shared vision.
“His ‘engagement’ focuses on persuasion, emphasizing the urgent need for a collective effort to rescue our nation. He welcomes those who choose to join him voluntarily, driven by the same deep-seated convictions.”
The group further urged politicians it accused of engaging in transactional politics to reconsider their actions in the interest of the country’s future.
“For the umpteenth time, we call on Bwala and others like him to count Peter Obi out of their greed, repent, and join us in the quest for a new Nigeria that is indeed POssible,” the statement added.
