Rita Odafe
A former director general of the Peter Obi 2023 Presidential Campaign Organization, Doyin Okupe, shared insights on how politics operate in Nigeria.
According to Okupe, politics in the country is guided by the principle that there are no permanent friends or enemies, only permanent interests. He emphasized the need to avoid fanaticism and insults in the political arena to prevent failure and loss of credibility.
This revelation came after a social media incident involving Peter Obi, where he did not extend birthday wishes to Wole Soyinka, a notable figure who had expressed criticism towards Obi’s supporters in the past.
Okupe’s message serves as a reminder of the complex and ever-changing landscape of Nigerian politics, where alliances shift based on personal interests rather than emotional attachments.
Key Points:
- Politics in Nigeria operates on the principle of permanent interests rather than permanent friendships.
- Avoiding fanaticism and insults is crucial to maintaining credibility in the political sphere.
- Alliances in Nigerian politics can change quickly based on individual interests.
