I Must Admit That There Are Some Yorubas Who Believed That Obi Is Their Candidate - Bayo Onanuga Speaks - Legitvibes -

The "Obidient" movement was largely driven by a younger generation that is more connected via social media and less tied to traditional ethnic political structures.

For decades, Nigerian politics has often been analyzed through the lens of the "bloc vote"—the idea that geopolitical zones vote as a monolith for "their own." However, the 2023 general election began to dismantle this narrative. The "Obidient" movement was largely driven by a

What drove this segment of the South-West to look beyond a "son of the soil" candidate? Several factors come to mind: In a political landscape often defined by rigid

Onanuga’s admission validates what the data already suggested: a growing segment of the Yoruba electorate is prioritizing ideology, governance track records, and personal conviction over ethnic affiliation. The support for Peter Obi (the Labour Party candidate) within the South-West wasn't just a statistical anomaly; it was a deliberate choice by voters seeking a different direction for the country. Why the Shift? a recent statement by Bayo Onanuga

In a political landscape often defined by rigid ethnic lines, a recent statement by Bayo Onanuga, a prominent figure in the APC and Special Adviser to President Tinubu, has sent ripples through the Nigerian commentary space.

It suggests that the South-West is not a political monolith. There is a healthy, internal debate happening about the future of Nigeria and who is best suited to lead it. The Road Ahead

During a recent discussion, Onanuga made a candid admission that has caught many by surprise: