Obinoscopy:
So what's currently trending in the political sphere is the diasporan funding for Peter Obi and it being against the electoral act (section 85, subsection a and b).

Prior to now, it has never been an issue as Nigerian politicians source their funds majorly from other means. Some through illegal diversion of State funds while others through funding from the oligarchs and super wealthy who have vested interests in the government. The money politicians get from Nigerians in the diapora has been very meagre. Perhaps that explains why it never trended in the past. But with the emergence of Peter Obi, the story has changed as it would seem the Diasporans are ready to bankroll the Peter Obi campaign immensely.

Now the issue is that the electoral act is against funding political parties from abroad. So what that means is that the Labor Party are not meant to collect any money from anyone abroad. Any money collected will be forfeited and the party fined. Now what is the Labor Party's plan in regards ensuring they don't break this law.

I just watched the interview Prof Pat Utomi granted to Seun of Channels TV and I was surprised at Prof's response to this law. He was literally calling that law bluff. Based on his response, it would seem the plan of the Labor Party is to go ahead and collect monies from abroad and use it to fund their campaigns. That is very dangerous.

I must state it here that I share Prof Utomi's sentiment in regards to the funding as a way Nigerians can take back their country. I also agree that the law is a clog in the wheel of Nigerians in the diaspora who want to take back their country from the rich corrupt politicians. But I don't think it's wise to call the law bluff. This is because the law has constitutional backing. Section 225 (3) (a) and (b) of the constitution was very clear about funding from abroad. Going against the constitution is wrong as the courts will never support you.

So my advice to the Labor Party is that they assemble their legal team to study the law and seek for ways to raise funds without contravening the law. Perhaps one way, would be for an NGO or body that has no financial ties with the Labor Party be the one to champion the collection and disbursement of these Diasporan funds.

Now let's even look at the law and the purpose/intent of it. I think the reason behind the law is noble.....to prevent foreign influence on our country. A sovereign country can only remain sovereign if they are not influenced by any foreign country. I 100% agree with that. But I think that law was coined wrongly. Nigerians in diapora are not "foreigners". They are Nigerians. So even though they are abroad, they should be able to be contribute towards the growth of their country in every way possible. The law should be tweeked to prevent donations from foreigners/foreign countries and not prevent donations from Nigerian in diaspora.

Will the Labor Party call the law bluff? Will the constitution be amended? Will the Labor Party look for other ways to raise funds? Let's see how events unfold.

Obinoscopy:
If you read my post you'll see I did say political parties collected monies from Nigerians in the diaspora in the past. But the money wasn't tangible, perhaps that explains why it didn't raise much dust then. Two wrongs does not make a right. If someone sues the Labor Party, using the excuse that APC and PDP did it in the past will not exonerate the LP. So I am just advising the LP to be wise in their financial dealings.

BurialGround:


You guys will cry to eternity.

sircatherine45:


Reading your comments, I just shaked my head. No problems, continue with your propaganda. I'm happy many folks here knows the truth.

donaldking100:



Are you proud of the stupidity you are displaying here just for cheap likes?

Dsalvo:


What propaganda? Calling out the deciet and hypocrisy of Obi and his fans is now propaganda?

Why can't Obi raise campaign money within Nigeria as the law compels him to do or was he not aware of funding restriction when he decided to run to be president under the platform of the broke and structureless Loser Labour Party?

What else will Obi asked to be done at his own private convenience if he becomes President rather than just improvise, become creative and get on with the job?

Dsalvo:


Indeed. We must all ask a man who wants to become the President of the biggest black nation on earth whether he was not aware of funding restrictions when he chose to flee the PDP to run under a Party that has no money and only three legislators out of over a thousand when it is a Political Party that has existed for 2 decades.

These are worrying and damning evidence about rhelack of preparedness of Obi.

sircatherine45:


Oga, stop bending the truth. You know yourself that you are spreading propaganda, and you are doing a great job. Wonderful!

Nobody is raising any fund in diaspora, for now! The funding right now is local, and some African countries, of which an audit will be conducted soon. Obi is doing things within the concept of the laws, so Oga relax, you don't know LP's internal architecture more than me.

Who told you Obi doesn't have money to fund his campaign? Where are you hearing such lies and calumny from?

You just come online, without no evidence to paint someone black because he's Igbo?

Why being wicked, Bros?

Like I said, NO FUNDING IS GOING ON IN THE DIASPORA, FOR NOW!!!

We are in touch with our lawyers on this so don't worry about LP. It's not your business. Focus on how to promote APC.


T for thanks!

Wintertime:


Let them disqualify Obi and see the impact

Abujason:


Okay. Please provide Your bank name, debit card number, account number and PIN. Hopefully there is enough money there.

omenka:
If he's disqualified, shishi no go happen. You people brag too much.

What didn't we hear you guys say would happen if Kanu was imprisoned?

What didn't you guys say would happen if Igbos aren't given the ticket of both PDP and APC? Especially APC? Didn't you threaten you'd all vote the North in protest?

Today na Zombiedients we dey hear about.

Time and time again, the government, political parties, and the good people of Nigeria has called your bluff, yet, being second nature to you people, you must always threaten others to do your bidding and brag about powers you don't posses. No diplomacy, no attempt at courting people's support respectfully. Always going about your business with an empty bluster.

Make una get out jor.

muzeze77:
Nigerians abroad funding obi are still Nigerians , if you want to ban them then we also have to ban foreign healthcare for politicians and foreign education for their kids

Dsalvo:


What will be the impact? Your IPOB seccession messiah did not end up in custody even as you lot shouted "touch Kanu and Nigeria burns"?
So far it is only the SE burning.

So too will your IPOB political Messiah, i.e Obi, be dealt with if he tries to be cute circumventing laws other candidates are complying with and happy to obey.

You people are always too lawless and desperate. No one is going to change laws and legality, currently in place, for Obi and his loser Labour Party.

In any case, why can't you Obidient donate? Even Nnewi businessmen alone should be able to dash Obi ten trillion Naira na. Chicken change Obi Cubana alone can donate. Lol.

Abujason:


Why are you even minding the modafucking idiots who are only doing this because they have met a formidable foe who is bent on stopping their never-ending stealing from the people. But the people are bent on getting them out of the way finally. Even if they stop the foreign donations from fellow Nigerian, will they stop us locally?

Absolutely NOT!

So let every Nigerian desirous of change from the status quo make a commitment to donate to Obi/Datti campaign - no matter how small. Let the Labour Party publish their Presidential campaign account details.

I will kick this off with a personal donation of N10 million.

Obinoscopy:
That same Alfred Smith can send the money to a proxy (whose real is Bola Alabi) in Nigeria who will then pay into the Political Party’s account, how do you authenticate? Let us not go there. Every political party is supposed to send their financial records for auditing. Anomalies and or laundering can be detected if INEC does their due diligence during auditing.

kristisking:
And someone will be there shouting Obi/Datti here and there. Please what makes this duo better than the rest of the politicians. Were they not part of the people that put this country in this mess? They have tasted power under PDP, APC, APGA. Did they do any magic? I need to know? Why all this noise here and there.

Laple0541:
Election campaign never start Obi Pandora don turn to 'BABI ALLA'

AdolfHitlerxXx:


Loved Obinoscopys piece on Tinubu... was an impartial take.

Let's read this one..

Modified: balanced and unbiased.

I personally feel Obi wants to cash out on the gullible zombidients.

That's why someone who wants to be a President and Law Enforcer will blatantly want to break the law to line his pockets .

Ole, Barawo banza. Thief!

beelon1020:
The law is the king of the land... you break it.. you face it’s wrath...

omenka:
If he's disqualified, shishi no go happen. You people brag too much.

What didn't we hear you guys say would happen if Kanu was imprisoned?

What didn't you guys say would happen if Igbos aren't given the ticket of both PDP and APC? Especially APC? Didn't you threaten you'd all vote the North in protest?

Today na Zombiedients we dey hear about.

Time and time again, the government, political parties, and the good people of Nigeria has called your bluff, yet, being second nature to you people, you must always threaten others to do your bidding and brag about powers you don't posses. No diplomacy, no attempt at courting people's support respectfully. Always going about your business with an empty bluster.

Make una get out jor.

AdolfHitlerxXx:


Loved Obinoscopys piece on Tinubu... was an impartial take.

Let's read this one..

Modified: balanced and unbiased.

I personally feel Obi wants to cash out on the gullible zombidients.

That's why someone who wants to be a President and Law Enforcer will blatantly want to break the law to line his pockets .

Ole, Barawo banza. Thief!

AdolfHitlerxXx:


Loved Obinoscopys piece on Tinubu... was an impartial take.

Let's read this one..

Modified: balanced and unbiased.

I personally feel Obi wants to cash out on the gullible zombidients.

That's why someone who wants to be a President and Law Enforcer will blatantly want to break the law to line his pockets .

Ole, Barawo banza. Thief!