The political fortune of Mr Peter Obi is gaining wide acceptance as a foremost Yoruba threw his weight behind the Labour Party presidential candidate.
The Ooni of Ife, Ooni Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi yesterday at Ile Ife said he was very much at home with the political aspirations of Obi.
Welcoming the former Anambra state governor to his palace,the monarch said he identified with the youth programmes of the Labour Party.
Said Ooni:’Right from my first day as the Ooni, I openly dedicated this revered throne to the youth population and I have been matching the promise with actions in forms of programmes and several initiatives geared towards empowering our youths because they are our future.
I am glad that you recognize that fact and I pray that God Almighty grants your heart desires.’
Obi in a brief remarks, thanked the monarch for the warm reception, adding that Nigerians should look beyond religious and tribal sentiments in 2023 general elections.
The Pond news understands that many prominent Nigerians are supporting the candidature of the Labour Party.
