Labour Party presidential candidate in the 2023 election, Peter Obi, has provided clarification on his trip to the Vatican, saying it was not political.
Daily Sun reported that Obi met with former Ekiti Governor Kayode Fayemi and President Bola Tinubu at the installation mass of Pope Leo XIV on Sunday in Rome.
Speaking on his trip on Monday in a post on X, Obi said it was deeply reflective and should not be seen through a political lens.
“I have just returned from the Vatican, and it was a deeply solemn and reflective visit. My participation in the inauguration ceremony was in line with my previous witnessing of inaugurations, swearing-ins, and official ceremonies across the world — this was no exception.
“Such occasions carry profound moral and spiritual significance. This was never a political event and should remain untouched by politics. Some moments are best reserved for quiet contemplation.
“What should truly command our attention, however, is the content and moral force contained in the Pope’s homily,” Obi penned.