Reno Omokri Criticizes Peter Obi Over Comments on FG’s New Education Policy

Prominent political commentator Reno Omokri has criticized Peter Obi, the 2023 Labour Party presidential candidate, for opposing the Federal Government’s decision to remove Mathematics as a compulsory subject for Art students seeking university admission. 

Omokri called out Obi’s stance, pointing to Obi’s own admission of not having earned a credit in Mathematics. 

In a Facebook post, Omokri wrote: “Here’s someone who didn’t get a credit in Mathematics, yet insists that Nigerian Art students must pass the subject in WAEC to qualify for university. By that logic, Peter Obi should return his certificate from UNN. Based on his own standards, he didn’t deserve admission.” 

He further compared Obi to President Bola Tinubu, noting that while Tinubu is offering student-friendly initiatives like loan programs, Obi appears to be making things more difficult for students. 

“Tinubu is giving students access to loans. Obi, on the other hand, wants to put hurdles in the way. If you’re an Art student, supporting Peter Obi is not in your best interest,” he added. 

Peter Obi had earlier criticized the Federal Government’s decision to remove Mathematics as a compulsory subject for Art students seeking university admission. In a statement titled “Back and Forth Policy on Mathematics: A Costly Mistake,” he described the move as “a regrettable step backwards” for the country’s education system. 

Obi acknowledged that Mathematics would still be compulsory at the secondary level but argued that excluding it from university admission requirements could reduce how seriously students take the subject. 

“This change will not fundamentally improve student outcomes. Instead, it might reduce the seriousness with which students approach Mathematics,” he stated. 

The policy has since sparked debate, with some praising it as a relief for non-science students, while others believe it may erode academic standards and foundational learning.