In a statement posted on his verified Twitter account, Obinna Nwosu, a member of the All Progressives Congress (APC) and a 2023 House of Representatives candidate, expressed that the Igbo community will not protest against President Bola Tinubu’s administration....READ THE FULL ARTICLE HERE ▶▶
Nwosu emphasized that the Igbos, known for their nationalist tendencies, are open to supporting Tinubu if his government extends goodwill and inclusivity towards the Southeast region.
Nwosu stated, “Igbos will NOT protest against President Tinubu. Ndigbo are nationalists, and if Tinubu’s administration is known to have extended the hand of fellowship to the
region, by 2027, Igbos will be open to voting for Tinubu like was done for Olusegun Obasanjo and MKO Abiola.” His statement reflects a sense of political pragmatism that he believes characterizes the Igbo voting pattern.
Drawing comparisons to past elections, Nwosu highlighted that the Igbos have a history of pragmatic voting. He recalled how the Southeast supported former presidents Olusegun Obasanjo and MKO Abiola, both of whom were not of Igbo origin, but were backed by the region due to their policies and outreach. According to him, this willingness to support leaders who recognize the region’s significance could be extended to Tinubu if his government demonstrates a commitment to the Southeast.
Nwosu’s remarks come at a time when national unity and regional inclusivity are hot topics in Nigeria’s political discourse. His statement is seen as a call for the Tinubu administration to actively engage with the Southeast, ensuring that the region is not marginalized in national affairs. By doing so, he believes that the Igbos, known for their pragmatic approach to politics, could lend their support to Tinubu in the 2027 elections
