Nobel laureate Professor Wole Soyinka has sparked controversy with his recent comments about Peter Obi’s presidential ambitions.
In a podcast interview with ‘The Noble Nigeria Podcast’, Soyinka expressed his hope that Obi would not contest the next presidential election, citing concerns about the competence of his team to lead Nigeria.
Soyinka’s comments have generated significant attention, particularly among Peter Obi’s supporters, who have been vocal in their criticism of the Nobel laureate’s stance.
This is not the first time Soyinka has spoken out about Obi’s campaign; earlier, he had rebuked Obi’s supporters for their reactions to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s victory in the 2023 general elections.
In the podcast interview, Soyinka emphasized his concerns about the ability of Obi’s team to effectively govern Nigeria, stating that he hopes Obi will not contest the next presidential election.
Some have praised Soyinka for speaking truth to Peter Obi, others have accused him of being out of touch with the political realities of the country.
In the meantime, the debate rages on, with many Nigerians weighing in on social media and other platforms to share their thoughts on Soyinka’s comments and the future of Nigeria’s political leadership.
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