Former Anambra State Governor, Peter Obi, has spoken out against fake photos that show him supposedly meeting with U.S. President Donald Trump and the Chairman of the National Union of Road Transport Workers (NURTW), MC Oluomo
In a statement made public this morning, September 24, Obi clarified that the photos are not real and have been altered.
He emphasized that he has not met Trump recently and has also not had any meeting with MC Oluomo.
He stated: “I’m aware that some photos are being shared online that wrongly claim I met with various individuals.
“One of these images suggests that I was with Donald Trump, along with a false statement that he complimented me. Another picture claims to show me with MC Oluomo in his office.
“I want to be very clear: both pictures are fake and the stories that go along with them are completely untrue.
“I have not met Mr. Trump recently, nor have I met with MC Oluomo.
“These kinds of fabrications show how serious the issue of fake news and misleading information is in our society.
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“They not only mislead people but are also meant to confuse and distract the public.
“It’s important for both Nigerians and people around the world to check facts before sharing things online and to stand against the spread of false information that harms truth and honesty.
“To be clear, if I had actually met with anyone like Trump or MC Oluomo, I would have shared that information on my social media.
“My focus in politics has never been about seeking praise or attention; it’s about tackling the real issues facing Nigeria and finding honest and transparent solutions.
” I am committed to addressing the challenges faced by Nigerians, including insecurity, legal matters, education, healthcare, and lifting millions out of poverty”.
