Yul Edochie attacks Peter Obi, questions his leadership, Igbo credentials

Arts & Entertainment, Politics

LAGOS, Nigeria (NPA) — Nollywood actor Yul Edochie has criticised former Anambra State governor and African Democratic Congress (ADC) presidential aspirant, Peter Obi, questioning his leadership credentials and influence within the Igbo community.

In a series of posts published on his verified X account, Edochie alleged that Obi does not embody the values traditionally associated with the Igbo people, particularly the principle of “onye aghana nwanne ya,” which translates to “leave no one behind.”

According to the actor, true leadership involves uplifting others and creating opportunities for people around one’s sphere of influence.

“How can you spend many years in power, many years as a successful businessman, yet nobody can say he’s successful today because of you?” Edochie wrote.

He further alleged that Obi had failed to empower even those closest to him, while contrasting the former governor’s record with his own influence in the Nigerian film industry.

According to Edochie, several individuals in Nollywood could testify that they achieved success through his support, adding that he had not seen similar testimonies associated with Obi.

“What are you doing with the power God has given you? If you can’t lift people around you out of poverty, you simply can’t lift Nigeria out of poverty,” he added.

The actor also dismissed Obi’s performance as governor of Anambra State, claiming the former presidential candidate failed to make significant developmental impact in the state.

“Peter Obi built nothing in Anambra. Absolutely nothing. If you can’t build Anambra, you can’t build Nigeria. Simple and short,” he wrote in another post.

Edochie, a vocal supporter of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, has previously campaigned publicly for the Nigerian leader under the slogan, “Relax, Tinubu will fix Nigeria.”

The actor also predicted victory for Tinubu in the 2027 presidential election, stating in an earlier post that he sees “no match” for the president politically.

“He will win the 2027 elections hands down,” Edochie said.