Post by Stephen Onuh Uwodi (@Enefuojo)

EMPTY ALLEGATIONS CANNOT REPLACE EVIDENCE: NIGERIAN POLITICS DESERVES BETTER THAN BASELESS SMEAR CAMPAIGNS

Abayomi Arabambi's claim that Peter Obi should withdraw from the 2027 presidential race because he allegedly has "a lot of skeletons in his cupboard" raises an important question: where is the evidence? In a democracy governed by the rule of law, serious allegations should be supported by verifiable facts, not broad assertions or political rhetoric.

If anyone believes a public office holder or candidate has committed wrongdoing, the proper course is to present credible evidence to the relevant institutions or to the public. Making sweeping accusations without substantiation risks reducing political debate to speculation and personal attacks rather than informed discussion about leadership, policy, and governance.

It is also worth remembering that Peter Obi has been one of Nigeria's most scrutinized politicians in recent years. His record as a former governor, his finances, and his political career have been examined by political opponents, journalists, and members of the public. Whether one supports him or not, criticism is most persuasive when it is backed by documented facts rather than insinuations.
Nigerians are increasingly concerned about issues that directly affect their lives: inflation, unemployment, insecurity, education, healthcare, electricity, and the cost of living. Many voters would likely prefer political leaders to focus on presenting concrete plans and defending their own records instead of relying on unverified allegations against opponents.

Furthermore, accountability should apply equally to every political actor. If transparency is the standard, then it should not be demanded only of one candidate. All presidential aspirants—regardless of party—should be prepared to answer questions about their records, explain their policies, and submit themselves to public scrutiny. Selective accountability undermines public confidence.
Healthy democracy thrives on issue-based campaigns. Voters benefit when candidates debate ideas, governance records, and solutions to national challenges rather than exchanging unsupported accusations. If there are genuine allegations against any candidate, they should be presented clearly and examined through lawful and transparent processes.

Ultimately, Nigerians—not political spokespersons—will decide who deserves their votes in 2027. That decision should be based on credible evidence, performance, character, and competing visions for the country's future, not on claims that have not been substantiated. Democracy is strengthened when political disagreements are grounded in facts, fairness, and respect for the intelligence of the electorate.

Stephen Onuh Uwodi

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