Charles Inojie Defends Peter Obi Amid Backlash in Benue
On September 8, 2026, veteran Nollywood actor Charles Inojie responded to backlash surrounding Peter Obi's decision to withdraw from Benue State after facing hostility from armed thugs. Inojie urged Nigerians to rethink what constitutes true courage in politics, countering social media commentator Isaac Fayose's assertion that Obi should have confronted the aggression directly.
Inojie argued that Nigeria needs a leader with an unblemished reputation rather than one who resorts to violence, warning that any violent confrontation would provide Obi's opponents with an opportunity to undermine him. He criticized Benue State Governor Rev. Fr. Hyacinth Iormem Alia for failing to secure the state against bandits while celebrating the blocking of Obi.
On the same day, Obi had traveled to Jos to express condolences to victims of insurgent attacks, reaffirming his commitment to protecting Nigerians and advocating for the government's responsibility to ensure safety.
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