Obidients Now Abusing UK For Arresting Obi
Supporters of the Labour Party (LP) candidate for the presidential election, Peter Obi, who call themselves the “Obidients,” have been in the news lately for their conduct on social media.
In response to the recent arrest of Obi in London, UK officials have been subjected to social media abuses from the Obidients.
The LP presidential candidate, Peter Obi, was reportedly arrested by UK officials on unspecified charges.
Since then, his supporters have taken to various social media platforms to express their displeasure, resorting to abusing anyone who challenges their preferred candidate or disagrees with their opinion.
According to reports, the Obidients have launched unprintable names against the British officials who arrested and detained Peter Obi, despite not knowing the reason for the arrest or the charges filed against him.
This behaviour has been a source of concern for many, as the Obidients’ conduct is not only unbecoming but also paints a negative image of Nigerian politics and governance.
Social media should be used to engage in healthy debate, seek information, and express one’s opinion, instead of resorting to name-calling, abuse, and insults.
The Obidients need to understand the gravity of their actions as this could lead to a breach of law and order.
The British officials followed standard operating procedures when arresting and detaining Peter Obi, and it is not in anyone’s place to criticize their actions without proper knowledge of the situation.
Therefore, the Obidients need to desist from this conduct and avoid abusing everyone who challenges their preferred candidate.
Rather than resorting to insults, they should engage in meaningful debate, respect other people’s opinions, and promote civility in their discourse.
Taking everything into account, social media should be used to foster unity, promote healthy debates and interactions, and seek knowledge.
The actions of the Obidients are unbecoming and must be condemned by all Nigerians.
It is high time for supporters to promote meaningful dialogue and disengage from any behaviour that could be detrimental to Nigerian politics and governance.
