Crowd Roars for Peter Obi as Reps Deputy Speaker Campaigns for Tinubu

In a campaign event during the Item Okpi Festival in Abia State, the Deputy Speaker of the Nigerian House of Representatives, Mr Kalu, expressed support for President-elect Bola Tinubu’s candidacy. A video shared by Premium Times captures the moment the crowd, instead of responding with chants for Tinubu, began to chant the name of his rival, Peter Obi.

Mr Kalu, who represents Bende Federal Constituency, took the stage to campaign for President Tinubu amidst a sea of supporters. However, the crowd’s unexpected response, led by vocal youths, raised questions about the level of support for Obi within Tinubu’s strongholds.

The incident underscores the intense competition and polarization in the ongoing power transition in Nigeria, with both major candidates garnering significant support from various regions and demographics.