Nigerians have taken to social media to express their disappointment and anger at Boya Onanuga’s recent question to presidential candidate Peter Obi. Onanuga asked Obi if he wanted Bola Tinubu dead, sparking widespread outrage and accusations of misrepresentation.
Many have condemned Onanuga’s statement as a twisted and unfair characterization of Obi’s criticisms of Tinubu’s regime. “This is a new low in journalism,” said one Twitter user. “Boya Onanuga should be ashamed of himself for trying to silence legitimate criticism with such a ridiculous question.”
Others have come to Obi’s defense, praising his commitment to speaking truth to power and advocating for Nigeria’s progress. “Peter Obi has always been a champion of justice and good governance,” said a supporter. “He doesn’t deserve this kind of smear campaign.”
The incident has sparked a larger conversation about the role of media in holding leaders accountable and the importance of responsible reporting.
As one commentator noted, “We need to be able to criticize our leaders without fear of being misrepresented or silenced. Boya Onanuga’s question is a reminder that we still have a long way to go in building a truly free and fair press.
