Alex Otti Affirms No Rift with Peter Obi, Welcomes Campaigns

Abia State Governor Alex Otti publicly denied any rift with Peter Obi, the presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress, during an interview with Arise Television. Otti emphasized that he is not fighting with Obi or any other politician, stating, "Absolutely, anybody that wants to campaign in my state is allowed." He specifically mentioned that both Peter Obi and Atiku Abubakar, the presidential candidate of the African Democratic Congress, are free to campaign in Abia State, reinforcing his commitment to democratic principles.

Otti's remarks come in the wake of an incident where Peter Obi was reportedly prevented from entering Makurdi, the capital of Benue State, to engage with NDC stakeholders. This clarification by Otti aims to foster a cooperative political environment in his state ahead of the upcoming elections.