Ayekooto Questions Aisha Yesufu’s Public Criticism of Peter Obi Over Television Interview

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Political discussions within Nigeria’s opposition space intensified after All Progressives Congress (APC) chieftain Ayekooto Akindele reacted to comments made by activist Aisha Yesufu regarding a recent television interview granted by Peter Obi, the presidential candidate of the Nigerian Democratic Congress (NDC).

Rather than focusing solely on the interview itself, Ayekooto questioned why internal concerns were raised publicly instead of through private political engagement.

At a Glance

Aisha Yesufu expressed disappointment over Peter Obi’s recent television interview.
She said the interview offered nothing new to Nigerians.
Ayekooto Akindele linked her criticism to internal political developments within the NDC.
The APC chieftain questioned why the concerns were aired publicly instead of privately.
His remarks have added another dimension to ongoing political conversations surrounding opposition politics.

What Sparked the Exchange?

The debate followed Aisha Yesufu’s reaction to an interview granted by Peter Obi on Channels Television, where he was interviewed by Seun Akinbaloye.

According to Yesufu, watching the interview proved disappointing because, in her view, the discussion failed to introduce fresh issues or provide responses that Nigerians had not heard previously. She argued that the session largely repeated familiar positions already associated with the former Anambra State governor.

Ayekooto Offers His Perspective

Responding in a Facebook post, Ayekooto Akindele suggested that Yesufu’s reaction may have been influenced by recent political developments within the NDC.

He alleged that dissatisfaction over the party’s Federal Capital Territory (FCT) senatorial primary and the reported centralisation of campaign resources could have contributed to her public criticism.

According to Ayekooto, Peter Obi had not addressed those internal issues during his recent media appearances, prompting questions about the value of the interviews from the perspective of dissatisfied party members.

Call for Internal Party Engagement

A major focus of Ayekooto’s response was his argument that disagreements involving political allies should be addressed through internal communication rather than public criticism.

He questioned why Yesufu chose social media to express her concerns instead of raising them during what he described as private strategic meetings with party leadership.

Ayekooto argued that individuals who have direct access to political leaders should use those channels to offer advice, rather than making their concerns public.

Political Significance

The exchange reflects the growing public scrutiny surrounding communication strategies within opposition political circles as discussions about future elections continue.

Public disagreements between political associates often attract significant attention because they can shape public perception of party cohesion, internal decision-making and leadership dynamics.

Whether the remarks will influence future engagements within the NDC remains uncertain, but the conversation has highlighted differing opinions on how internal political disagreements should be managed.

Looking Ahead

As political parties continue consultations and preparations ahead of future electoral contests, public statements from party supporters, activists and political stakeholders are expected to remain part of Nigeria’s evolving political landscape.

Observers will likely continue monitoring how opposition figures respond to internal criticism and whether future debates are handled through public platforms or private party mechanisms.

Do you think political disagreements should be resolved behind closed doors, or is public criticism sometimes necessary for accountability? Share your thoughts in the comments.