By Tambaya Julius
In a show of unwavering support for Peter Obi, the Labour Party’s presidential candidate during Nigeria’s last presidential election, Charles Chukwuemeka Oputa, more popularly known as Charly Boy, has made a bold promise.
He vows to go naked and take a celebratory walk from one end of Bourdillon to Falomo, should the Presidential Election Petition Tribunal declare Peter Obi the winner.
This article explores Charly Boy’s fervent allegiance to Obi and his determined stand on the election outcome.
Supporting Peter Obi’s Candidacy
Being a staunch supporter of Peter Obi, Charly Boy has been vocal in his backing for the politician.
He has gone as far as calling for insurrection in Nigeria when Obi wasn’t declared the winner of the presidential election.
Despite Obi’s third-place position in the election held on 25 February 2023, he has taken the matter to court, challenging President Bola Tinubu’s victory at the tribunal, firmly convinced that he is the rightful winner.
A Bold Vow
On his Twitter handle, Charly Boy expressed his conviction that should the Tribunal declare Peter Obi the winner, even before the case reaches the Supreme Court, he would carry out his vow of walking naked from one end of Bourdillon to Falomo.
The promise reflects his passion and commitment to celebrating Obi’s victory in a striking manner.
The Pending Tribunal Judgment
As all parties present their arguments in court, the Presidential Election Petition Tribunal is set to deliver its judgment soon.
The nation waits with bated breath to know the final outcome of the legal battle and whether Charly Boy will fulfill his eye-catching pledge.
His unwavering support for Obi and firm belief in the election’s fairness have driven him to take this extraordinary step.
As the tribunal’s judgment looms, the nation awaits the outcome and anticipates whether Charly Boy will carry out his unique celebration.
