Ganduje Challenges Peter Obi: Unpacking APC’s Response to False Claims

APC’s Stance on Opposition’s Allegations: Ganduje Responds to Peter Obi

The National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Dr. Abdullahi Umar Ganduje, has refuted claims made by Peter Obi, the 2023 presidential candidate of the Labour Party (LP), alleging that his life was threatened by APC spokesperson, Felix Morka. Ganduje described Obi’s allegations as “sheer mischief and outright falsehood” intended to garner public sympathy.

The controversy began after Morka, during an interview on Arise TV’s “ThisDay Live” on January 4, 2025, criticized Obi’s statements about President Bola Tinubu’s administration, labeling Obi a “prophet of doom” and suggesting that he “deserved whatever came his way.” Obi interpreted these remarks as a threat to his life and expressed his concerns publicly.

In response, Ganduje issued a statement asserting that Morka’s comments were misrepresented and did not constitute a threat to Obi or anyone else. He emphasized that Morka was fulfilling his role as the APC’s spokesperson by defending the federal government against what he termed “disinformation by desperate politicians.” Ganduje further questioned whether Obi expected the APC to remain silent while the opposition propagated falsehoods without any response.

Following Obi’s allegations, Morka reported receiving over 200 death threats directed at him and his family, which he attributed to Obi’s misinterpretation of his statements. Morka maintained that his original comments were not intended as a threat and stood by his critique of Obi’s remarks concerning the current administration.