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Again, Obi Defends Playing Role of Servant At Charity Event, Says It’s Who I Am
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By Kayode Sanni-Arewa
Peter Obi, the Labour Party’s 2023 presidential candidate, has again addressed public commentary following his participation at a charity event in Imo State, where he was seen serving food to attendees.
The event, known as the “Jubilee of Hope,” was held last week and aimed at supporting vulnerable members of society.
Photos and videos showing Obi personally handing out meals circulated widely on social media, with reactions split between those who praised the gesture and others who questioned its motive.
In a statement released on Sunday via his official X account, Obi rejected claims that his actions were politically driven.
He said the event was focused on encouraging compassion and responsible leadership, not self-promotion.
“That event was not about me,” Obi stated. “Its purpose is straightforward — to remind us all that true leadership is service, and that those who have must never forget those who do not.”
He said the event was not arranged for media attention and that he had not invited journalists. According to him, images from the gathering were shared by third parties who attended.
Obi also dismissed the criticism that followed the online posts. “As expected, the usual naysayers and paid agents went to work trying to twist something sincere into something political,” he said.
Explaining the broader intent of the event, Obi said the Jubilee of Hope was designed to reinforce the values of empathy and social responsibility.
He noted that other dignitaries, including Cardinal John Onaiyekan, Senator Osita Izunaso, and former Seplat Chairman, Dr. A.B.C. Orjiako, were also present and took part in serving food.
He further described the act of service as consistent with his personal lifestyle.
“I do not have a house help. When guests visit my home, I serve them myself,” Obi said. “I live simply, I sweep, I clean, because for me, humility is not a campaign strategy; it is a way of life.”
Obi added that he remained at the event longer than planned after several guests requested that he serve them directly.
He added, “I could not ignore them. That was the only reason. Otherwise, there was nothing special about what I did. Service is not special it is expected.”
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BREAKING: El-Rufai arrives in court under heavy security for trial over alleged financial crimes
Ex-Kaduna State Governor, Nasir El-Rufai, has arrived at the Federal High Court sitting in Kaduna for the continuation of his ongoing trial over alleged financial misconduct and wire taping the National Security Adviser, brought by the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission, ICPC.
The former governor arrived at the court premises under intense security escort.
Recall that the case, which includes allegations of abuse of office, financial impropriety, and fraud during his tenure as governor, was previously adjourned to June 24, 2026, after two co-defendants failed to appear in court.
Meanwhile, El-Rufai has denied the allegations, while the ICPC says it has evidence supporting the charges.
DAILY POST reports that on April 14, 2026, the presiding judge of the court, Justice Rilwan Aikawa, granted the former Governor bail in the sum of N200 million, with conditions including two sureties – one being a serving or retired civil servant at Grade Level 15, and the other a recognised traditional ruler.
His lawyers later applied to the court for the variation of the bail conditions, which was turned down by the court.
At the court proceedings on Wednesday, the two co-defendants are expected to be present for the continuation of the hearing on the substantive matter.
Details shortly…
Ex-President Olusegun Obasanjo is alive, hale and hearty, according to reports.
This dispelled rumours in some quarters that the former President had died.
Nigerians and indeed the global community were thus enjoined to ignore the news of Obasanjo’s death.
It would be recalled that there had been news on the social media that the former President had passed on.
A terse statement jettisoning the rumour was captured thus, “The elder statesman is alive and actively engaged in various national and continental activities.
Ignore the death rumours”.
Operatives of the Lagos State Police Command, acting on credible intelligence, intercepted an unregistered MAN diesel truck at the exit point of Lagos State conveying forty-seven (47) sacks of military camouflage uniforms and eighty (80) cartons of drugs suspected to be illicit substances. Four suspects has been arrested and in Police custody
Preliminary investigation revealed that the military camouflage uniforms were allegedly being transported to the Eastern part of the country.
Investigation is ongoing to determine the source, ownership, and intended recipients of the recovered items, as well as the extent of the suspects’ involvement. Efforts are also ongoing to apprehend other persons connected with the criminal act.
BREAKING: El-Rufai arrives in court under heavy security for trial over alleged financial crimes
JUST IN: Obasanjo is alive, hale, hearty not dead– Reports
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