Daniel Regha Faults Peter Obi’s ADC Campaign, Alleges ‘Loud Hypocrisy’ in Promises
Social media commentator, Daniel Regha has criticised former Anambra State governor and presidential candidate, Peter Obi, over statements made during a recent campaign outing for the African Democratic Congress (ADC), accusing him of what he described as “loud hypocrisy” in his campaign rhetoric.
In a detailed commentary shared online, Regha analysed Obi’s remarks in which the former Labour Party flagbearer called for a “new Nigeria” and urged voters to support the ADC.
According to Regha, the messaging sharply contrasts with Obi’s political alliances, past governance record, and the composition of the ADC.
Regha questioned Obi’s claim that a “new Nigeria is possible,” arguing that the ADC includes politicians who have faced corruption allegations, which, in his view, undermines the reformist narrative Obi projects.
He further pointed out that the campaign represents a departure from the Labour Party platform that previously symbolised political change for many of Obi’s supporters.
On security, Obi highlighted insecurity in northern states such as Sokoto, Katsina, Zamfara and Kano, as well as Anambra and Imo in the South-East. Regha noted that Obi did not mention any South-West or South-South states, describing the selection as politically selective rather than nationally comprehensive.
Addressing Obi’s claim that Nigeria has the highest number of poor people globally, Regha described the statement as misleading. He argued that while Nigeria has a large absolute number of poor people due to its population size, countries such as South Sudan record far higher poverty rates proportionally.
Regha also criticised Obi’s stance on insecurity, referencing the former governor’s past engagements with Islamic cleric Sheikh Ahmad Gumi, who has been controversial for advocating dialogue with armed bandits.
According to Regha, such associations weaken Obi’s moral authority on security matters.
On education, Obi lamented the growing number of out-of-school children in Nigeria. Regha countered this by pointing to Obi’s tenure as Anambra governor, during which he said school fees increased significantly in some institutions, arguing that this contradicts the former governor’s current position.
Healthcare featured prominently in Obi’s campaign speech, with claims that Nigeria lacks functional primary healthcare. Regha disputed this by citing what he described as the absence of newly constructed public hospitals in parts of Onitsha South during Obi’s eight years in office, contrasting it with projects executed under the current Anambra administration.
Regha further challenged Obi’s anti-corruption message, questioning his alignment with politicians such as Atiku Abubakar, Rotimi Amaechi, Nasir El-Rufai, and others who have faced allegations of corruption.
He argued that advocating accountability while aligning with such figures presents a contradiction.
On electricity generation and distribution, Regha asked what tangible achievements Obi or other ADC leaders recorded in the power sector while previously holding public office, including during the years Obi worked closely with the Jonathan administration.
Summarising his position, Regha argued that Obi’s call for “competent leadership” is inconsistent with the political structure he now represents.
He concluded that the appeal to “vote ADC” marks a clear shift away from the ideals that once defined Obi’s political movement under the Labour Party.
Peter Obi has not responded publicly to Regha’s commentary.
The remarks, however, have reignited debate online about political consistency, accountability, and the evolving alliances ahead of future elections.
