In a fresh statement, opposition leader Peter Obi has firmly denied allegations that he invited former U.S. President Donald Trump to intervene in Nigeria’s security challenges.
Obi condemned the claims, calling them politically motivated fabrications meant to distract from the current government’s failures on insecurity, rising cost of living, corruption, and other national crises. He dismissed as “falsehoods” the suggestion that he sought foreign interference, arguing that the narrative was crafted to undermine his integrity and public standing.
According to Obi — in a statement released through his media team — the idea of Trump’s involvement is widely known to have originated from outside his camp, insisting it has “nothing to do” with him. He accused a senior government spokesperson of spreading disinformation in order to divert public attention away from pressing governance issues.
The former presidential candidate emphasized that his political focus remains squarely on internal reforms: improving security, addressing poverty, strengthening education and healthcare, and reducing economic hardship — not drawing foreign actors into Nigeria’s affairs.
Obi urged citizens to disregard fabrications he believes are designed to distort public discourse, calling on Nigerians to stay focused on “the journey toward a new Nigeria.”
🧠What This Means
Clarification of stance
Obi reaffirms that his campaign and political principles are rooted in solving Nigeria’s internal challenges — without external political involvement.
Spotlight on disinformation
He warns that false political narratives are being used as tools to mislead the public and shift attention away from urgent national concerns.
Focus on governance
The controversy redirects attention to issues such as insecurity, inflation, and government accountability, which remain top priorities for many Nigerians.
Impact on public discourse
The episode reflects how politically charged rumours and foreign-name associations can be weaponized to distract from real policy debates
References
- I never invited Donald Trump into Nigeria’s situation – Obi, BusinessDay Businessday NG
- I never met MC Oluomo, Trump, viral photos are fake, doctored — Peter Obi, The Guardian Nigeria The Guardian Nigeria
- Nigerian politician Peter Obi debunks photos of himself with US president Donald Trump, Africa Check Africa Check
- My photos with Trump, MC Oluomo are fake — Peter Obi clarifies, Vanguard News Vanguard News
- Obi denies meeting Trump, MC Oluomo, The Whistler NG The Whistler Newspaper
- I never met Trump, MC Oluomo – pictures are fake, Nigerian Tribune Tribune Online
