I can never insult Obi, says Tanko after SDP defection

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Yunusa Tanko, former aide to Peter Obi, has dismissed reports that he insulted the ex-governor after defecting to the Social Democratic Party (SDP). Read More:…

The National Coordinator of the Adebayo-Bugaje Presidential Campaign Council, Dr Yunusa Tanko, has dismissed reports alleging that he insulted his former principal and Nigeria Democratic Congress presidential candidate, Peter Obi, following his defection to the Social Democratic Party.

He issued the rebuttal in a statement released in Abuja by the Campaign Council’s Chief Media and Communications Adviser, Mark Adebayo.

Tanko, who recently joined the SDP after leaving Obi’s camp, described the reports circulating on social media as fabricated, accusing their promoters of attempting to create a rift between him and the former Anambra State governor.

He said the claims that he used unprintable words against Obi were the handiwork of mischief-makers seeking to damage his reputation and sow discord between the two politicians.

According to him, those familiar with his character and political journey would know that he neither engaged in blackmail nor traded in insults.

He said, “I can never insult His Excellency, Mr Peter Obi. We parted ways peacefully and with absolute mutual understanding.

“Politics is about vision and service, never about bitterness or personal attacks.”

Reaffirming his appreciation for his former principal, Tanko said he remained grateful for the opportunities Obi gave him to serve as an aide and coordinate the Obidient Movement Worldwide.

“I remain forever grateful to Peter Obi, for the wonderful opportunities he gave me to serve alongside him and lead the Obidient Movement worldwide. I thank him and I stand proudly by the records of my service with him,” he added.

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