Claim: Aisha Yesufu warned Nigerians not to donate to Peter Obi and Rabiu Kwankwaso’s 2027 campaign.
Verdict: False
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An image circulating online claims that activist Aisha Yesufu has warned Nigerians against donating to the campaign of the presidential candidate of the Nigerian Democratic Congress, Peter Obi, in the campaign account bearing the name “Obikwankwaso 2027”.
X user Bayo Bilisi posted the photo alongside a caption that reads, “Aisha Yesufu has warned against donating into any account for Obi Kwankwanso account. Let’s take note, please!”
The graphic features Yesufu’s photograph alongside the statement, “No one should donate to this account. Peter Obi doesn’t need Nigerians’ money.” It also displays bank account details and claims that Peter Obi and Rabiu Kwankwaso are in the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC).
NDRFactCheck found this to be False.
Aisha Yesufu is a Nigerian activist known for her advocacy for good governance, accountability and citizens’ participation in public affairs. She became widely recognised through the #BringBackOurGirls movement, which campaigned for the rescue of schoolgirls abducted by Boko Haram in Chibok, Borno State, in April 2014. She also participated prominently in the #EndSARS protests against police brutality in 2020.
Yesufu was involved in Peter Obi’s 2023 presidential campaign, serving as chair of its fundraising team. In February 2024, she disclosed that Nigerians had contributed approximately 596 million to the...
Claim: Aisha Yesufu warned Nigerians not to donate to Peter Obi and Rabiu Kwankwaso’s 2027 campaign. Verdict: False Full Story An image circulating online claims that activist Aisha Yesufu has war...