21.8.2025
Presidential aspirant Peter Obi is facing a backlash after his son was seen posing with London-based British Nigerian actor, Kent Okwesa who posted the photos that suggested they are in a gay relationship.
Many Instagram users interpreted the photos as a confirmation of a romance between the two. Okwesa, who was celebrating his birthday this week, later deleted the photos and locked his account following reactions from social media users.
The resurfacing of the images has reignited speculation about Peter Obi’s son’s sexuality, with many alleging that he may be gay.
Reactions:
@cassyfragrance: “Someone who wants to lead Nigeria, can’t lead his family. If you can’t guide your own children, how can you expect to lead a nation?”
@KawuGarba: “Peter Obi’s son is gay. If he becomes president, you should guess the first law he will sign to make his son happy. We will circulate these pictures everywhere in the North and tell our people this is the son of Peter Obi who wants to be president. Peter Obi must never be president.”
@Okoro: “If you’ve failed as a parent, you can’t succeed as a leader.”
@ChiadiNelson: “Nigerians like to focus on people’s private life instead of real issues that affect us. Peter Obi’s son is an adult. His decisions are his, not his father’s. However, as a father, I wouldn’t pray for such for my own son.”
@Greatnigerian: “Whether or not he is gay, Peter Obi’s son is an adult. Nigerians should focus on leadership and governance, not private lives.”
@Tundeeee: “This controversy will be used by opponents to discredit Obi politically, but it’s unfair to attack a father for his adult children’s choices.”
@Pradaoflagos: “Leadership starts at home. This shows Obi might not have the discipline or guidance needed for the presidency.”
Romance or just another evening together... Okwesa and Obi.