Peter Obi, Presidential candidate of the Labour Party in the 2023 general election has condemned the behavior of Senator Adams Oshiomhole, former governor of Edo State during an altercation between him and officials of Air Peace at the Murtala Mohammed International Airport, Ikeja.
Reacting to the incident in a tweet via his verified X handle, Obi urged political leaders to give strong and deliberate support to Nigerian businesses, rather than unnecessary harassment and intimidation.
Recall that Truth Live News had reported an altercations that ensued between the former governor and the officials over flight delays.
Following the incident, Air Peace in a statement, expressed strong condemnation of what it called a violent and disruptive behaviour exhibited by the Nigerian politician.
Oshiomhole allegedly arrived late at the airport, which made him miss his Air Peace scheduled flight, and he created a scene at the airport to express his anger.
Obi wrote: “I just arrived in the UK this morning, on Air Peace from Lagos to London. I have now taken almost a dozen flights to or from London on this airline.
“I want to sincerely thank the management and staff of Air Peace for their professionalism, consistency, and competence on this route.
“I use this opportunity to appeal to Nigerian elites and political leaders to give strong and deliberate support to indigenous businesses.
“It is never easy to run any business in our difficult environment, let alone highly capital-intensive sectors like air and land transportation, especially given the challenges of competitiveness and rising operational costs.
“Nigerian businesses need our encouragement and patronage, not harassment or unnecessary intimidation.
“Supporting local businesses, particularly those that create massive employment, is critical for job creation, economic growth, and sustainable national development.”