The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has come under fire after accusing Labour Party’s presidential candidate, Peter Obi, of never conducting local government elections during his tenure as Anambra State Governor — a claim that has now been debunked with video evidence.
Wike made the controversial statement during a thanksgiving service held in Abuja to mark the commissioning of FCT projects. Addressing the congregation inside the church, the former Rivers State governor took a direct swipe at Peter Obi:
“You said Peter Obi will be president — president where? For 8 years as Anambra State Governor, he never conducted local government election. Only you, governor of all the local government!”
Nigerians Fire Back with Receipts
Shortly after Wike’s comments went viral, a resurfaced video emerged online, showing Peter Obi presenting certificates of service to local government chairmen and their deputies during his tenure.
In the clip — now circulating across social platforms — Obi is seen introducing the elected officials, directly contradicting Wike’s claims.
🔗 Watch Wike's speech and video proof here:
Wike in Church Making the False Accusation
🔗 Video Evidence of Obi Commissioning LG Chairmen & Deputies
The contradiction has stirred intense backlash, with many Nigerians slamming Wike for “lying in the house of God” and “misleading the public” with politically charged falsehoods.
Social Media Reactions:
@TobiTheOracle:
“Imagine lying so confidently in church. Peter Obi conducted LG elections in Anambra — we have the receipts! This is why people don’t trust politicians anymore.”
@KeneOnwu:
“Wike stood in church and lied before God and people just clapped. That’s the biggest insult to the faith.”
@ObidientNaija:
“We’ve got videos of Peter Obi issuing certificates to LG chairmen. Wike should retract that statement and apologize publicly. This is pure misinformation.”
A Pattern of Provocation?
This isn't the first time Wike has taken jabs at Peter Obi. His recent statements have been seen by many as part of a larger political strategy to discredit Obi’s rising popularity, especially among youth and reform-minded Nigerians.
Meanwhile, Peter Obi has not publicly responded to the accusations.
Bottom Line
While political disagreements are expected, deliberate misinformation — especially from public officials — is drawing increased scrutiny. As Nigerians become more politically aware, the demand for truth, accountability, and fact-checking has never been higher.
NaijaBlog will continue to monitor and verify claims from all political leaders as we move closer to the 2027 elections.
