The Conference of United Political Parties (CUPP) has stated that it is disheartening that the All Progressives Congress (APC) chooses to expend energy on smear campaigns against opposition leaders, rather than addressing the pressing challenges facing Nigerians.

Naijaonpoint reports that National Secretary of the CUPP, Peter Ameh, said this in response to a statement by the National Publicity Secretary of the APC, Felix Mouka, in Abuja, on Monday.

In a statement on Monday, the APC described African Democratic Congress (ADC) leaders like former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, Peter Obi, former Kaduna governor, Nasir El-Rufai and Rotimi Amaechi as Nigeria’s most confused.

It stated that they all have greedy and insatiable appetites, adding that they are clueless, rudderless and pitiful gang of opposition elements.

The ruling party opposed politicians seeking to overturn the presidential rotational principle between the North and South.

However, Ameh, who is also a chieftain of the Labour Party (LP), in a statement said the smear campaign targeting Peter Obi was part of a desperate attempt by the APC to divert attention from its gross incompetence in governance.

The statement reads, “The recent statement by the APC National Publicity Secretary, Felix Mouka, alleging that His Excellency Peter Obi has ‘nothing to offer Nigeria” and accusing him of hypocrisy is a gross misrepresentation of facts and a desperate attempt to discredit a proven leader.

“Contrary to these unfounded claims, Peter Obi’s record as a public servant and his policy positions remain steadfast, clear, and focused on uplifting Nigerians from multidimensional poverty.

“Peter Obi has consistently advocated for reducing government waste, enhancing transparency, and implementing reforms with safeguards to protect vulnerable citizens.

“His stance on fuel subsidy removal, for instance, has always emphasized the need for strategic measures to mitigate its impact on Nigerians, unlike the abrupt and poorly managed approach of the current administration, which has deepened poverty and hardship.

“It is disheartening that the APC, rather than addressing the pressing challenges facing Nigerians, chooses to expend energy on smear campaigns against opposition leaders.

“Nigerians are grappling with unprecedented economic difficulties, yet the ruling party has little to show for its two years in office.

“Instead of showcasing tangible achievements to improve living conditions, the APC resorts to baseless attacks to deflect attention from its failures.

“Peter Obi remains committed to a vision of a prosperous Nigeria, built on accountability, inclusive growth, and people-centered policies.

“We urge Nigerians to disregard the APC’s distractions and focus on the urgent need for leadership that prioritizes the welfare of its citizens.”