Prominent publisher and politician, Dele Momodu, has denied reports suggesting that he encouraged his supporters to abandon former Labour Party presidential candidate Peter Obi following Obi’s recent association with the African Democratic Congress (ADC) coalition.
The media personality reacted after social media discussions emerged claiming he was subtly discouraging support for Obi in favor of other political interests ahead of the 2027 elections.
The controversy began after an X user identified as @judeski007 shared concerns about the direction of the ADC coalition, particularly regarding speculation over older presidential hopefuls within the alliance. The user hinted that backing an elderly candidate might not be politically wise and warned that such a development could push some supporters toward President Bola Tinubu instead.
In response, Dele Momodu moved quickly to distance himself from any interpretation that he was campaigning against Peter Obi or attempting to influence supporters to withdraw loyalty from him.
According to Gossip News Now, Momodu clarified that Obi is not regarded as a political enemy and insisted that his public comments should not be mistaken for instructions directed at supporters.
He explained that individuals are entitled to make personal political decisions without coercion, while political analysts and commentators also reserve the right to express opinions based on experience, historical realities, and available facts.
Momodu further appealed for maturity in political conversations online, warning against unnecessary insults and hostile exchanges among supporters of different political figures.
The ADC chieftain also stressed that democracy thrives on participation from different groups and viewpoints, noting that every supporter and voter remains important in determining electoral outcomes.
His reaction comes at a time when political alignments ahead of the 2027 general elections continue to generate heated debates across social media and among opposition supporters nationwide.
Observers believe the clarification was necessary to prevent further misunderstanding among supporters of the ADC coalition, especially those closely following the political relationship between key opposition figures such as Peter Obi, Atiku Abubakar, and other influential politicians within the alliance.
Political Commentary and Analysis
The latest exchange highlights the growing sensitivity surrounding coalition politics ahead of the next presidential election. With opposition parties exploring possible alliances, comments from influential figures like Dele Momodu are increasingly being scrutinized by supporters searching for clues about future political arrangements.
Analysts say the reaction also reflects the strong emotional attachment many supporters have toward Peter Obi, making any perceived criticism or political distancing a subject of immediate public attention.
As conversations about coalition strategies continue, political stakeholders are expected to become more cautious with public statements to avoid creating divisions within opposition camps preparing for the 2027 contest.
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