Mr Obi said this in reaction to a recent statement made by Mr Mohammed accusing Mr Obi of inciting people to violence over the outcome of the presidential election, saying it is treasonable.
“Nothing gives this election more credence than those facts because there was no rigging in states where our bigwigs come from.”
Nigerians must begin to wrest the narrative from this horde.
“CSJET commends INEC’s chairman for his display of courage in ensuring the credibility of the electoral process.”
In the now viral audio, Mr Obi was heard appealing to the influential cleric to help him reach the Christian community in his native Kwara and other North-states.
Apart from winning 12 states, Peter Obi bested Rabiu Kwankwaso in 13 northern states.
The award-winning musician made the assertion during an interview with Lagos-based Beat FM as he embarked on a media tour to promote his newly released 17-track album ‘Timeless’.
The commission said that the interview was volatile, capable of inciting public disorder and violated sections of the broadcasting code.
Political violence, voter intimidation and ballot snatching are crimes punishable by Nigerian laws.
The senior citizens, including the strong and frail-looking men and women, displayed placards, expressing their happiness over Mr Otti’s victory.
