Obi disowns campaign posters on Muslims’ praying mats

The presidential candidate of the Labour Party, Peter Obi, has denied involvement in the campaign posters of himself on Muslims’ praying mats, which surfaced recently on social media.

Obi, a former governor of Anambra State, said the praying mats which were said to have been made by some support groups, did not emanate from his campaign team.

He made this known via a tweet on his Twitter handle on Friday.

The Labour Party presidential standard-bearer reiterated his respect for Muslims and other religions, saying he will never mock any faith, ethnicity, or gender.

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Obi tweeted: “The inclusion of my picture on the praying mat by a support group was misguided, even with the best of intentions.

“It didn’t emanate from my campaign team. I have deep respect for the Muslim faith and indeed, for every other religion.

“We will never mock any faith, ethnicity, or gender. We are one Nigeria.”

The Star