By Our Correspondent
President Bola Tinubu has criticised former Anambra State Governor Peter Obi over the persistent erosion challenges in the state, questioning his record in tackling the environmental problem during his years in office.
Tinubu made the remarks, while addressing supporters at an All Progressives Congress (APC) rally held at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium in Uyo, Akwa Ibom State.
The President, while referring to Obi’s presidential ambition under the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), accused the former governor of failing to confront the erosion crisis in Anambra.
He contrasted Obi’s record with what he described as his own efforts to confront the threat posed by the Atlantic Ocean during his tenure as governor of Lagos State between 1999 and 2007.
Tinubu told the gathering that leadership required confronting difficult challenges rather than avoiding them.
He also praised Akwa Ibom Governor Umo Eno for addressing erosion-related challenges in the state, presenting the governor’s efforts as an example of leadership and commitment to development.
The President’s comments formed part of a broader criticism of opposition politicians ahead of the 2027 general election, as he questioned their leadership experience and political decisions.
Tinubu also questioned Obi’s movement across political parties, recalling his previous association with the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), his later move to the Labour Party and his current political platform, the NDC.
He argued that political disagreements and changes in party affiliation raised questions about the ability of opposition figures to manage internal party affairs.
The President extended his criticism to former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, who is associated with the African Democratic Congress (ADC), questioning his departure from the PDP and his leadership record.
At the rally, Tinubu urged APC supporters to remain committed to his administration and its political agenda, promising that his government would continue working towards addressing poverty, ignorance and economic difficulties.
The comments came during the President’s visit to Akwa Ibom, where he also participated in the inauguration of projects executed by the Umo Eno administration before attending the political gathering.
Obi served as Anambra State governor from 2006 to 2014, while Tinubu governed Lagos State from 1999 to 2007.
The President’s comparison has added another dimension to the political exchanges between the ruling party and opposition figures as preparations and mobilisation ahead of the 2027 presidential election continue.
As of the time of this report, no direct response from Obi addressing Tinubu’s latest erosion related remarks had been established.
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