In a viral Instagram video posted on Saturday, DeeOne reacted to the emergence of the City Boy Movement, a political support group backing President Bola Tinubu’s re-election bid in 2027. The movement was reportedly established by the President’s son, Seyi Tinubu, and is said to have attracted coordinators and directors in parts of the South-East, including individuals previously aligned with Obi.
Commenting on the development, the comedian advised Obi to reassess his campaign strategy, particularly regarding financial commitment to political mobilisation. He argued that sympathy votes alone would not be sufficient to secure victory in a future presidential contest.
“You cannot win a presidential election with sympathy votes,” DeeOne said in the video, suggesting that while such support may have provided momentum in the 2023 election, it would not be enough in 2027.
He also criticised Obi’s popular campaign phrase, “We no dey give shishi,” implying that reluctance to spend campaign funds could weaken grassroots operations. DeeOne alleged that during the 2023 election, some Labour Party agents at polling units lacked basic provisions such as food and water, and claimed that members of other political parties stepped in to assist them.
According to him, if Obi lacks personal funds to finance his ambition, he should consider mobilising supporters to contribute transparently toward campaign logistics.
“Presidential election no be cho cho cho. You have to show workings,” he said, stressing the importance of visible structure and investment in political campaigns.
DeeOne added that offering candid advice to a political figure should not be mistaken for opposition, but rather as constructive criticism intended to strengthen future prospects.
As political conversations around 2027 begin to gather momentum, reactions such as DeeOne’s reflect broader debates about strategy, funding, and grassroots coordination within Nigeria’s evolving electoral landscape.