Peter Obi Says He Will Never Abuse Tinubu, Calls Him Respectable

The Nigeria Democratic Congress, NDC, presidential candidate, Peter Obi, says he would never abuse President Bola Tinubu, insisting that the President has his respect.

Obi made this statement on Friday at the 2026 All Nigeria Editors’ Conference in Enugu.

The theme of the conference is: “The Ballot, the Media and the Task of Keeping Democracy Alive.”

According to him, political disagreements should focus on policies and performance rather than personal attacks.

“I cannot abuse any governor. I cannot abuse anybody in government. I don’t need to abuse people even in the federal government. I’ve never abused anybody. Who has seen me calling President Tinubu’s name? Never! I will not do that. He’s the President of the country, he has all my respect,” Obi said.

The former Anambra State governor, however, said respect for public office holders should not prevent citizens and the media from questioning their decisions and performance.

He added that the character and conduct of political leaders could influence the value of the wider society, urging editors to scrutinise politicians based on their records, statements and qualifications.