Patience Ozokwo backs Peter Obi, calls Nigeria a spoiled child wasting resources
On September 16, 2026, Nollywood veteran Patience Ozokwo, popularly known as Mama G, publicly endorsed Peter Obi for the 2027 presidential election. Speaking at a gathering organised under the banner "Celebrities for Peter Obi," she described Nigeria as a spoiled child that has failed to utilise the abundant resources God provided. Ozokwo said, "I see this country as a spoiled child. There is nothing God did not provide for us. Other nations of the world, if they have one quarter of what God has given to us, they will be better than what they are today." She criticised the concentration of wealth among a small segment of Nigerians, noting that some have accumulated enough for their children, grandchildren and great‑grandchildren while many others continue to struggle. Ozokwo urged fellow celebrities to recognise the power of their public image and integrity and to use it for the country’s betterment, stating, "Celebrities here, what we have, we have our faces. We have our integrity." The endorsement highlights growing celebrity involvement in Nigeria’s political landscape ahead of the 2027 polls. For voters, this raises the question: Will celebrity backing influence your choice, or do you prioritise policy records and past performance when deciding who to support?