Former Director-General of the Peter Obi Presidential Campaign Organization, Doyin Okupe, has criticized those who are attacking and insulting him for supporting President Bola Tinubu’s economic recovery plan, calling them ignorant.
In a statement released on Monday, Okupe, a former presidential spokesperson, denounced his critics as political opportunists who often resort to insults when confronted with more knowledgeable perspectives.
Okupe has faced backlash on X (formerly Twitter) for endorsing certain policies of President Tinubu’s administration. He expressed that his critics are narrow-minded and have a limited understanding of Nigeria’s broader issues.
He emphasized that the country’s future transcends individual figures or political parties and urged Nigerians to unite in the nation’s advancement.
“We must, with a sense of patriotism, support whoever God has chosen to lead,” Okupe stated. “After elections, we should offer constructive criticism and patiently await the next election, as this is the essence of true and enduring democracy.”
Okupe lamented that many young Nigerians who insult elders lack a deep understanding of Nigeria’s complexities.
He highlighted that he had long since resigned from the Labour Party and noted that his support for Obi was made without any expectation of personal gain, despite having other opportunities.
He reaffirmed that he had agreed with Obi not to serve in his government if Obi won. Okupe also expressed his readiness to serve as an elder statesman and private adviser to the president, with Obi being able to confirm or refute his claims.
(allnews.ng)
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