Aisha Yesufu, the co-founder of the #BringBackOurGirls Movement, is facing criticism on Twitter regarding the failure of Peter Obi, the Labour Party candidate in the 2023 presidential election, to publicly account for his campaign donations. Kelvin Odanz, a socio-political analyst, called out Yesufu, who is a strong supporter of the Labour Party and Obi, over her tweet on the alleged rigging of the election in favor of President Bola Tinubu.
The exchange between Yesufu and Odanz escalated, with insults being exchanged. Odanz referred to Yesufu as “Hushpuppi in Hijab,” referencing the notorious fraudster currently serving jail time in the United States. Supporters of President Tinubu and other Twitter users joined the conversation, criticizing Yesufu for not being transparent with the funds she raised and accusing her of hypocrisy.
Despite the backlash, Yesufu maintained her stance on the similarities between the All Progressives Congress (APC) and the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and emphasized the need for accountability in politics. The Twitter feud continued, with both sides trading barbs and making personal attacks.
Some users mocked Yesufu for her association with Peter Obi and her previous support for President Buhari, highlighting what they perceived as hypocrisy in her political alliances. The “Hushpuppi in hijab” comment became a trending topic on Twitter, attracting further attention to the online exchange.
The controversy surrounding Yesufu’s statements and her involvement in political campaigns has ignited a debate on social media, with users expressing diverse opinions and criticizing her perceived inconsistency.
