Vice President Kashim Shettima has taken another swipe at Peter Obi over his economic knowledge and record in public office.
Shettima questioned Obi’s economic credentials, saying that importing cheap South African wines does not make anyone an expert.
He made the comment on Wednesday during the All Progressives Congress (APC) presidential campaign rally in Ondo State. He also criticised Obi’s eight-year tenure as governor of Anambra State.
Speaking at the rally, Shettima said:
“The ability to import cheap South African wines doesn’t make one a guru in economics,” Shettima said.
The Vice President argued that Obi had presented himself as an economics expert during his engagements across the country. However, he insisted that the former Anambra governor’s record did not support that image.
also described Obi’s performance during his time as governor as unimpressive.
“Peter Obi’s performance as governor of Anambra State was at best mediocre,” Shettima added.
He further questioned Obi’s decision to settle in Lagos after leaving office in Anambra State. Shettima suggested that Obi’s choice showed his appreciation of the state’s development under President Bola Tinubu.
The Vice President credited Tinubu with turning Lagos into a major economic centre in Nigeria and Africa. He pointed to infrastructure projects, higher revenue and investments as signs of the state’s growth.
Shettima also urged Nigerians to judge political candidates by their records in public office. He argued that speeches on television and social media should not be the only basis for assessing leaders.
