Businessman Isaac Fayose, younger brother of former Ekiti State Governor Ayodele Fayose, has alleged that his support for former Labour Party presidential candidate Peter Obi has made him a target of political attacks.
Fayose made the allegation on Sunday in a video shared on his verified Facebook page while responding to a social media post by an unidentified blogger who allegedly linked him to a rape claim.
The businessman denied the allegation, describing it as an attempt to damage his reputation because of his refusal to abandon his support for Obi, who is associated with the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC).
According to Fayose, individuals who reject political offers from the All Progressives Congress (APC) risk becoming targets of coordinated efforts to tarnish their reputations.
He alleged that the development was part of a pattern in which people who decline political overtures face attacks intended to discredit them publicly.
“Whenever APC tries to get you with offers, and you refuse, they may gang up against you and try to destroy your reputation. I will continue to support Peter Obi no matter what. Eedris Abdulkareem faced it before, then Tumma, and now this. I am ready, and I will take legal action if necessary,” Fayose said.
Isaac Fayose Vows Not to Abandon Peter Obi
Fayose maintained that he would not withdraw his support for Obi despite the alleged attacks.
He insisted that his political position remained unchanged and described the claims circulating about him as an attempt to intimidate him into changing his stance.
The businessman also said he was prepared to seek legal redress if necessary, warning those behind the allegations that he would not hesitate to defend his reputation through the courts.
Mentions Eedris Abdulkareem and Tumma
In explaining his claims, Fayose mentioned Nigerian musician and activist Eedris Abdulkareem and another individual identified as Tumma, alleging that they had experienced similar treatment in the past.
He suggested that the attacks against them and the current allegations against him were connected to their respective positions and refusal to succumb to political pressure.
However, Fayose did not provide independent evidence in the video to substantiate the alleged political connection.
Political Tensions Over Peter Obi’s Support Base
Fayose’s comments come amid continuing political discussions surrounding Peter Obi and his supporters ahead of future political contests.
The businessman reiterated his determination to stand by Obi, stressing that neither online attacks nor alleged political pressure would change his position.
As of the time of filing this report, there was no independent confirmation that the rape-related claim was politically motivated or that the APC was involved in the alleged campaign against Fayose.
The APC had also not been reported as issuing an official response to his allegations.
Fayose’s threat of legal action signals his intention to challenge the claims and protect his reputation through appropriate legal channels.