The Presidency has drawn parallels between Labour Party’s 2023 presidential candidate, Peter Obi, and former US President Donald Trump.
Similarities:
Senior Special Assistant to President Bola Tinubu on Media and Publicity, Temitope Ajayi, noted that both men use negative language to describe their countries.
Ajayi’s Remarks:
“Peter Obi is the Nigerian version of Donald Trump. Like Obi, Trump uses the most negative epithets imaginable to describe a country he wants to lead again, just to make a point and rile up his base.”
US Presidential Debate:
Ajayi reacted to the debate between Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris, praising Harris’ performance.
Debate Analysis:
“Kamala Harris prosecuted Trump very well… Kamala convincingly won the debate and left no one in doubt about her capacity.”
Fact-Checking:
Harris made one incorrect claim, while Trump made 33 false claims during the 90-minute debate.
Implications:
The comparison between Obi and Trump sparks debate on leadership styles and campaign strategies.
Reactions:
Labour Party officials have yet to respond to the Presidency’s statement.
Next Steps:
The comparison is likely to fuel discussion on Nigeria’s political landscape and leadership.
