Former National President of the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU), Professor Ukachukwu Awuzie, has called on Igbo leaders and the leadership of Ohanaeze Ndigbo to respond to what he described as continued criticism of Peter Obi by some Igbo politicians.
Awuzie made the call while speaking with journalists in Owerri, Imo State.
He specifically urged Anambra State Governor Chukwuma Soludo and Minister of Works David Umahi to concentrate on their respective responsibilities rather than criticise Obi’s record.
Awuzie’s Call for Political Engagement
The former ASUU president’s intervention reflects his position on the ongoing political debate surrounding Peter Obi and the public criticism of his record.
Awuzie has called on regional leaders to take a position on what he described as attacks against the NDC presidential candidate.
His remarks should be understood as a political opinion and call for action, rather than an independent finding that any particular statement by Soludo or Umahi constitutes an attack.
Political Disagreements and Governance
Peter Obi, a former governor of Anambra State, remains a prominent figure in Nigeria’s political discourse.
Discussions about his record in office, his policy positions and the performance of other political leaders have featured in public debate ahead of the 2027 elections.
The substantive questions raised in such debates include the evidence supporting claims about governance outcomes, financial records, infrastructure and public administration.
Those issues should be addressed through verifiable documents, official statements and responses from the relevant public officials.
The Role of Regional Leadership
Awuzie’s appeal to Ohanaeze Ndigbo places the organisation within the wider political conversation about regional representation and public accountability.
The leadership’s response, if any, would need to be distinguished from Awuzie’s personal position.
Similarly, the views of Soludo and Umahi should be reported from their own statements rather than inferred from the criticism directed at them.