Renowned international journalist and public affairs commentator Donu Kogbara recently shared an observation about the former governor of Anambra State, Peter Obi, through her official X account. In her post, she stated that the former governor enjoys significant recognition beyond Nigeria’s borders.
Peter Obi, who previously governed Anambra State and served as the presidential candidate of the Labour Party in the 2023 election, recently attracted considerable attention during a visit to The Gambia. His appearance at the REFELA National Conference generated widespread excitement, as large crowds gathered and warmly welcomed him.
Reacting to the reception he received, Kogbara described Obi as a figure with notable appeal outside Nigeria. She also recounted a personal experience from a previous trip to Freetown, where she had traveled to interview the country’s president. According to her, many people she met there asked whether she personally knew Peter Obi, highlighting the level of awareness about him.
Peter Obi gained broader international attention following his performance in the 2023 Nigerian presidential election, where he finished third behind Bola Ahmed Tinubu and Atiku Abubakar, who placed first and second respectively.
In her post, Kogbara wrote that Peter Obi’s reception in The Gambia reflects his genuine popularity beyond Nigeria. She added that during her visit to Freetown, several individuals asked her if she knew him, which she viewed as a sign of his growing international recognition…..See More
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