Peter Obi Slams Remi Tinubu’s Birthday Gift Request, Says “We Are Finished”

Peter Obi Reacts to Remi Tinubu’s Birthday Request: “We Are Finished”

A political debate has sparked following a request by Nigeria’s First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, urging well-wishers to channel birthday gifts and advert placements toward completing the National Library in Abuja.

Reacting to the appeal, former Anambra State governor and Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, criticized the situation, describing it as a sign of misplaced priorities. He lamented that while government funds are often directed to luxuries such as private jets, mansions, and frequent trips abroad, critical institutions like the National Library remain abandoned.

Obi reportedly exclaimed, “We are finished!”, stressing that a country of Nigeria’s size and resources should not rely on donations tied to personal celebrations to complete a national project.

The comments have triggered heated reactions among Nigerians, with some agreeing with Obi’s stance on governance and priorities, while others see the First Lady’