Onanuga Critiques Obi's Diaspora Comments Amid Controversy

Bayo Onanuga, the Special Adviser to President Bola Tinubu on Information and Strategy, challenged Peter Obi, the presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress, over his comments about Nigerians living abroad. Onanuga stated that Obi's explanation of his remarks made in Manchester was inadequate and insisted that his original message was not distorted.

In a post on his X handle, Onanuga expressed that Obi had failed to clarify his "callous statement" and thanked him for reaffirming it. Obi had previously stated that he appreciated the contributions of Nigerians abroad, highlighting their financial support for families in Nigeria.

He clarified that he did not intend to ask Nigerians abroad to abandon their families but rather to advocate for a Nigeria that provides opportunities for its citizens to be self-sufficient. Obi emphasized the importance of building a nation that offers jobs, healthcare, and education, countering claims that his message was misrepresented by political opponents.