A senior aide to former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has reacted to a viral video showing some bishops standing before former Labour Party presidential candidate Peter Obi and praying for him. The reaction was shared by Daramola Olaranwaju on his verified X (formerly Twitter) account. The clip has gained wide attention on social media, with many interpreting it as a religious endorsement of Mr.
Obi’s political activities. The short video has sparked debates among Nigerians, with supporters praising the display as a sign of spiritual backing, while critics questioned the relevance of religious involvement in political matters.
In his post, Mr. Olaranwaju urged Nigerians to avoid reading too much into the video, stressing the importance of careful evaluation of such content. He wrote: “Righteousness means a leader doing right by the people and the joyous response of the masses is the natural outcome.” His message was seen as a reminder to focus on leaders’ actions rather than symbolic gestures or viral clips.
While the video continues to circulate widely online, Mr. Olaranwaju did not comment on the identities of the bishops or the context of the gathering. His statement highlights the need for responsible consumption of politically charged content, especially in an election period where misinformation can easily spread.
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