Businessman and social commentator Isaac Fayose has voiced his disappointment that Labour Party’s 2023 presidential candidate Peter Obi has never acknowledged or thanked him for the support he claims to have provided during the last general election.
Fayose explained that his backing for Obi’s campaign involved personal financial sacrifices, including making one of his hotels available to supporters and actively participating in campaign activities.
Fayose Details His Contributions
“Do you know how much I spent on the last election? Do you know how much I spent on your Obi? I even gave you people my hotel. I even came to the protest,” he said.
He lamented that, despite his contributions to the Obidient movement, Obi has never reached out to express gratitude.
“Seyi is a good boy. He removed his cap and appreciated me. Has Obi come to greet me since I started campaigning? Has Obi come to say thank you? Did you people send me the work?”
Fayose insisted that being cordial with members of the president’s family does not prevent him from supporting other political figures, describing Seyi Tinubu as respectful and appreciative of their encounter.
Criticism of Obidient Supporters
The businessman also criticised some Obidient supporters, accusing them of waiting for others to liberate them instead of taking action themselves.
“You people are not even worth it. You are there waiting for my own people to liberate you when you can liberate yourselves,” he said, urging supporters to be ready to make sacrifices rather than depend on others.
Fayose reiterated that his Yoruba heritage and admiration for President Bola Tinubu and his son Seyi do not stop him from backing any candidate of his choice in future elections.
“If I like, I will start campaigning for Tinubu because you guys are not even worth it,” Fayose concluded.
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