[TRENDING VIDEO] Reactions trail as crowd chants Obi’s name while Deputy Speaker campaigns for Tinubu
Social media has been buzzing with massive reactions and intense discussions after an event on November 7 at the Item Okpi Festival in Abia State’s Bende area. Deputy Speaker Ben Kalu took to the stage to urge attendees to back President Bola Tinubu’s 2027 re-election bid while highlighting a proposed local university project.
Instead of receiving the expected reception, the atmosphere quickly shifted as the crowd repeatedly chanted ‘Obi! Obi!’ in support of Peter Obi, the ADC presidential candidate. Videos capturing the moment showed even the live band joining in on the chants, creating a chaotic scene for the political gathering.
Online reactions have since flooded X, with many users viewing the incident as a sign of strong grassroots support for Obi in the Southeast. While critics expressed frustration over political mobilization tactics in the region, others praised the crowd’s bold display of voter sentiment amidst ongoing economic challenges.
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Here are some reactions from X:
Bro. Bonaventure @EBona69: Crowd Chants ‘Obi’ as Deputy Speaker Ben Kalu Canvasses for Tinubu at Item Okpi Festival in Aba
The Official Mace @…: Wasn’t a Campaign but my people of Item in Bende LGA which Bende is representing in the House of Representatives had their day in Aba which also was meant for Launching to raise funds for the development of Item. Our people are angry that the University which Ben Kalu initiated has suddenly been moved from Item to Bende which is Ben’s hometown and we are now to host a College of Education. It was a tactical error by Ben because we have 3 Electoral Wards in Item which is the highest in the whole LGA. My people also have a large population in Aba and they were right to shout Obi today. Ben is gone as we are going to vote massively for Ofuji. Rigging won’t work this time.
Totti @tottibush: I pity Tinubu when he comes to campaign in Owerri.. Na Obi everywhere
HODDÉ @ApexHodde: If he has stayed another 10 minutes, they would have stoned him and his yeye mandate.
Ohaeri Tobechi @tobechio…: That woman with microphone no send their papa, them begin beg am to cancel the whole thing.
Awake @AwakeUche: Bribing your constituents with university that is their right. These animals all need to be hung till dead. Wicked leaders. I so wish they’d fuck up this election so the people can wipe them all out.
Kosiso | Inspire & Learn @…: I thought they said Obi only have online supporters.
@Pizzaro FCB @pyzaroti: The real Agbara nwanyi.
Elaig @elaig_john: I advised Tinubu to face south west for his reelection. Nothing for him in SE, SS, MB and Up north. If he likes he should keep staggering on the stage make him no go rest with his grandchildren.
Kaodinna Nwoye @JIOKE_1: The singer lady on green fit no see her balance.
Kevyngbash @kevyngbash: I too like Eastern Nigeria. We are happy losing but we know who we want.
Primax 🦅 @Primax2U: Baba carry shame waka comot. Omo the lady carry the thing for head … like who send una papa. Imagine threatening them because of University to vote evil.
kasim @Ogiekasim1: Am so proud of you guys this men really don’t know what is coming ahead come 2027 evolution loading , we may not have an election because tinubu will be the president to push , Nigeria’s into the waiting revolution.
Mankind Obi 🌟🦋 @luckyedox: Omo too many courageous and no nonsense women full Abia state ooo.
Ladies & Gentlemen @FigL…: This is the real Igbo blood/behavior, they don’t paint word, they don’t like what they hate irrespective of the way you presented it to them, imagine, all that the deputy speaker could sell to his people is that Tinubu will build a university for them, shame!
Charles Innocent. @Omoi…: Even the drummer wer dey pay na Peter obi fan!
MyPancreasribs @Confide…: Shame on them, the Igbo’s are not convinced about their leaders. Peter Obi.
Terry @Terry97606502: The deputy speaker will loose his pooling unit in a free contest.
Coolbj @OdiugwuB: Him wan gaslight them with university @OfficialBenKalu e no go better for you
Mathoks @mathoks2012: I love this abeg make una pay the woman in green
Prince Kel @PrinzjKKel: This shows if anyone campaign against Alex Otti in abia state dem go beat am.
Hurtful Truth 🇨🇦 @HurtfulTru…: @OjyOkpe @ruffydfire @ARISEtv come and see oo.The number 6 man in the country has been disgraced. Obi tsunami will consume all the Igbo leaders in Abuja including Prof SoluMmuo and Dave UmaMumu the fake Lion of his Family. @PeterObi is truly the Lion of Igbos. In him we trust!
Pistis @_pistism: Why is apc wasting their time campaigning in south east, south south and north? Any where they go, sound of Obi everywhere!
Sodiq Adeleke @OgbeniA…: Instead of them to just end the campaign, the bastard still continues.
chigozie j. NWACHUKWU @…: If all these South East politicians that join APC for their selfish interest know what’s good for them, they should just campaign for their own reelection and stop mentioning Tinubu. Otherwise, their display of loyalty will cost them their source of daily bread.