Presidential aide Daniel Bwala has sparked controversy online after comparing Labour Party's Peter Obi to social media activist Verydarkman over the recent Benue killings.
Bwala, who spoke during an appearance on Channels Television, called out Obi for not visiting Yelwata community in Benue State, where a Fulani herdsmen attack in June left many dead and families displaced.
The aide argued that Obi lacked empathy and questioned why he had not shown support to the affected victims.
“Verydarkman has more empathy than Peter Obi,” Bwala said.
“He wasn’t a politician, yet he visited Benue. Why does Peter Obi have to wait until he becomes president before he visits people who are suffering?”
Bwala defends Tinubu over Benue silence
Bwala was also asked why his boss, President Bola Tinubu, hadn’t visited the grieving community. He replied that leadership comes with priorities and the president must focus on national responsibilities.
“The heft of leadership demands that the president prioritizes his affairs,” Bwala explained.
Nigerians react as Bwala drags Peter Obi
His comments have stirred massive reactions on social media, with many Nigerians defending Peter Obi and accusing Bwala of playing politics with people’s pain.
See some reactions below:
@henry_aniegboka_ said: “We love VDM and Peter Obi. Don’t try that card. Why did it take Tinubu 3 days to react to Benue?”
@creativeoliver commented: “Was it Peter Obi that rigged election to be president? Why should he do Tinubu’s job?”
@de_winiz_kitchen wrote: “Wow … Peter Obi has the mark of God upon him. Why all this media dragging?”
@olowoone added: “Peter Obi is clearly a threat. This is more serious than we thought.”
What you should know
The June attack in Yelwata, Benue State, reportedly led to the deaths of several locals.
Social media activist Verydarkman visited the community and documented the devastation.
Peter Obi has not publicly visited the area, sparking criticism from some political figures.
