A meeting reportedly turned tense after former Senator Mao Ohuabunwa urged members of an Igbo community to support President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for a second term in the 2027 presidential election rather than back Peter Obi.
Ohuabunwa, while addressing the gathering, reportedly argued that Igbos had made mistakes in previous presidential elections and should reconsider their political strategy ahead of 2027.
He appealed to members of the community to unite behind President Tinubu, suggesting that supporting the incumbent could be a better political decision for the region.
However, his position was met with strong resistance from some members of the gathering.
Rather than accepting the former senator’s proposal, several people openly voiced their disagreement, making it clear that they were not prepared to support the decision.
The exchange quickly became a talking point as community members confronted Ohuabunwa over his call, with some insisting that they had already made up their minds about who they wanted to support.
The moment captured on video has since generated reactions online, particularly amid the growing political conversations and alignments ahead of Nigeria’s 2027 presidential election.
The scene has also reignited discussions about political choice within the South-East, the influence of community leaders and the continued support for Peter Obi among sections of the Igbo electorate.
