Tanko Denies Attacking Obi, Warns Fake News Peddlers

The National Coordinator of the Adebayo-Bugaje Presidential Campaign Council, Dr Yunusa Tanko, has denied viral online reports alleging that he attacked his former principal, Mr Peter Obi.

In a statement released on Saturday by the Chief Media and Communications Adviser of the Presidential Campaign Council, Comrade Mark Adebayo, Tanko described the reports as fabricated and the desperate handiwork of mischief-makers and political detractors bent on sowing discord.

He also said anyone familiar with his character and political journey knows he is a principled, decent and respectful individual who neither engages in blackmail nor trades in insults.

He expressed confidence that Obi would immediately dismiss the falsehoods, knowing the mutual respect they share.

“I can never insult His Excellency, Mr. Peter Obi,” Tanko stated emphatically. “We parted ways peacefully and with absolute mutual understanding. Politics is about vision and service, never about bitterness or personal attacks.”

Tanko reiterated the sentiments he shared during his unveiling as National Coordinator, expressing deep appreciation and lasting gratitude to Obi for their relationship during his tenure as an aide.

He said he remained grateful to Obi for the opportunity to serve alongside him and lead the Obidient Movement worldwide.

“I remain forever grateful to His Excellency, Mr. Peter Obi, for the wonderful opportunities he gave me to serve alongside him and lead the Obidient Movement worldwide,” he added.

Tanko warned purveyors of fake news that their attempts to manufacture bad blood between him and his former principal had failed, affirming that they remain the best of friends.

The council urged the public and members of the press to disregard the malicious publications and rely only on verified communications from the council.