Peter Obi, the Labour Party’s candidate in the 2023 presidential election, recently shared his thoughts on Nigeria’s focus on social media personalities, particularly the crossdresser Bobrisky. Speaking on the Honest Bunch podcast with Nedu Wazobia, Obi addressed the public controversies involving Bobrisky, such as disputes with critic Verydarkman, the Falanas, and encounters with agencies like the EFCC and the Nigerian Correctional Service.
Instead of engaging in the heated debates, Obi questioned why the lives of individuals like Bobrisky capture so much attention amid the country’s pressing issues. He humorously remarked that, should the government introduce laws that provide benefits for women, even Bobrisky’s critics might consider crossdressing to navigate economic hardships—a comment that drew laughter from the studio.
Obi’s remarks have sparked varied reactions, with some agreeing that Nigeria’s focus should be on more critical challenges and others finding humor in his candid take on a prominent cultural figure.
Obi’s comments were funny, but they sparked a strong reaction. Some people supported his views on misplaced priorities, seeing his words as a way to point out the silliness of worrying about minor issues.
On the other hand, not everyone found it funny. Critics quickly brought up a personal issue, accusing Obi of being a hypocrite because of his son Oseloka’s supposed ties to the LGBTQ community.
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