“Dr. Mo Laments the Erosion of Trust in Nigerian Politics, Slams Paid Critics of Peter Obi”
In a revealing YouTube video, Dr. Mo (Moses Paul), a close associate of Labour Party presidential candidate Peter Obi, shared that Obi remains unfazed by attacks from critics like Reno Omokri, whom he labeled as “stomach-driven” individuals paid to tarnish his reputation.
The video, which has generated widespread conversation, shines a light on the alleged monetization of political criticism in Nigeria and its negative impact on the country’s political discourse. Dr. Mo spoke candidly about how these paid critics are distorting the truth for financial gain, with harmful consequences for the nation’s political landscape.
During the video, Dr. Mo recounted a conversation he had at an airport lounge with a man who identified himself as working for the National Security Adviser (NSA). According to Dr. Mo, the individual confirmed that a well-known critic of Peter Obi was receiving payment to publicly attack him. “Everything you see this person in question doing and castigating Mr. Peter Obi, he’s been paid to do it,” Dr. Mo quoted the NSA official as saying.
Dr. Mo expressed both sadness and frustration over the situation, particularly because the critic in question had once served as an aide to a former Nigerian president. He lamented that such actions are eroding trust in the country’s political system, leaving young Nigerians confused about whom to trust or follow.
“People are confused. You look at someone who called the president unprintable names like ‘drug lord,’ ‘bastard,’ and ‘idiot,’ and today, the same person is praising him. What message does this send to the younger generation?” Dr. Mo asked. He emphasized that this behavior blurs the lines between legitimate political accountability and mere sensationalism.
Dr. Mo also stressed the importance of respecting the Office of the President, regardless of personal feelings toward the individual occupying it. “I might never vote for someone as a person, but I respect the Office of the President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria. It is not something to joke with,” he declared.
The video also criticized so-called patriotic leaders and influencers who have become “stomach-driven,” prioritizing personal gain over the nation’s welfare. Dr. Mo noted that Peter Obi is fully aware of these dynamics and has chosen not to retaliate. Instead, Obi often advises his supporters to stay calm and composed despite the provocations.
The video has sparked intense discussions about the growing influence of paid critics in Nigerian politics, and the need for a more principled approach to political discourse. Many viewers have expressed concern about the long-term effects of these practices on Nigeria’s democracy and the moral guidance of the younger generation.
