Minister of Works David Umahi has dismissed claims that former Anambra State governor Peter Obi poses a political threat to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu ahead of the 2027 presidential election.

Speaking on Arise Television's Daybreak Show on Tuesday, Umahi said neither President Tinubu nor the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) has any reason to fear Obi's political influence.

"Even I cannot be scared of Peter Obi, not to talk about President Bola Ahmed Tinubu or our party, the APC. What surrounds Peter Obi is AI politics. It is putting something on nothing. Nobody is scared of Peter Obi. He is not a threat to our president because Peter Obi himself knows very well that he cannot even face me, let alone face the president," Umahi said.

The minister also criticised Obi's eight-year administration as governor of Anambra State, arguing that the former governor lacks the moral authority to call on President Tinubu to resign.

"I read where Peter Obi was quoted as saying Tinubu should resign, and I asked myself: How many times did Peter Obi resign as governor of Anambra State over failure to fix roads, establish industries, empower the people, build an airport or a seaport, or even pay contractors?" he asked.

Umahi further accused members of the Obidient movement of being intolerant of opposing views, alleging that those who criticise Obi are often subjected to insults, threats and legal action.

"Look at the pattern of politics around Peter Obi. Once you disagree with him, he takes you to court. How many times have people criticised President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, and how many of them has he taken to court?" he said.

He also alleged that some supporters of the former Labour Party presidential candidate resort to abusive language and intimidation against those with differing opinions.

"Look at the Obidient movement. You disagree with them, they insult people, wish people dead, issue threats and engage in all kinds of behaviour. Is that the kind of politics we want?" Umahi added.

Peter Obi Is No Threat to Tinubu, He Can’t Even Face Me’ – Umahi

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