Businessman and social commentator Isaac Fayose has accused the presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) for the 2027 election, Peter Obi, of failing to acknowledge the support he gave during Obi’s 2023 presidential campaign, despite the personal resources he said he committed to the effort.
Fayose made the remarks in a video released on Friday, July 17, while responding to criticism over his recent meeting with President Bola Tinubu’s son, Seyi Tinubu.
Explaining his frustrations, Fayose said he invested both money and time in Obi’s campaign but had never received a word of appreciation from the former Anambra State governor.
“Do you know how much I spent on the last election? Do you know how much I spent on your Obi? I even gave you people my hotel. I even came to the protest,” he said.
He contrasted Obi’s silence with the courtesy he received from Seyi Tinubu during their recent encounter.
“Seyi is a good boy. He removed his cap and appreciated me. Has Obi come to greet me since I started campaigning? Has Obi come to say thank you? Did you people send me the work?” he asked.
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Fayose also criticised some members of the Obidient movement, saying they expected others to fight their political battles instead of taking responsibility themselves.
“You people are not even worth it. You are there waiting for my own people to liberate you when you can liberate yourselves,” he said.
The businessman reiterated that his admiration for Tinubu and his family did not prevent him from supporting other political causes.
“I am a Yoruba man. I love Tinubu with all my heart and I love Seyi Tinubu. He is a good guy,” Fayose said.
He added that he could choose to campaign for President Tinubu in the future if he wished.
“If I like, I will start campaigning for Tinubu because you guys are not even worth it,” he added.