Human rights activist Omoyele Sowore has criticized Peter Obi over his recent comments about Northern Nigeria being the country’s greatest asset.
In a video shared by TV Platinum, Sowore argued that every part of Nigeria is important and has value, not just one region. According to him, any part of the country can become a strong asset if there is good leadership and proper development.
He questioned Obi’s intentions, suggesting that the former Anambra State governor is now trying to gain support from Northern voters ahead of future elections. Sowore pointed to actions taken during Obi’s time in office, claiming that he ordered the removal of Northern beggars from Anambra by putting them in buses and sending them back to their region.
Sowore also mentioned that similar actions were taken by other leaders, including former Lagos State governor Babatunde Fashola. He used this to argue that some politicians only show interest in the North when they need political support.
In addition, Sowore raised concerns about Obi’s contributions to the North while he was governor, saying there was little evidence of direct development efforts in that region during his time in office. However, he acknowledged that improving any part of Nigeria requires strong and committed leadership.
In his words, "Obi wants to belatedly start pleasing the North, is it not the same Obi that put northeners inside buses and repatriated them to the north. That time he forgot that the North is an asset of Nigeria."
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