Oseloka Obi, son of Peter Obi, has publicly responded to a spate of controversial online narratives linking his photos to unfounded stories, which have recently sparked conversations and fueled gossip particularly among critics and mischief makers.
In a strongly-worded letter addressed to Nigerians, Oseloka expressed deep concern over the misinformation spreading about him, driven by what he described as “malicious obsession” with his identity due to his father’s involvement in politics.
“I have refrained from engaging with the vitriol, scorn, and suspicion directed at me online because I was not raised to trade in lies or to indulge in false narratives,” he wrote.
Oseloka clarified that he has no social media presence and rarely responds to rumors, but felt compelled to speak out as the fabrications gained traction. He stated that the viral photos in question were ordinary images taken in the course of his professional life as an actor photos that have now been misrepresented in an attempt to generate scandal.
“This pattern has become all too familiar: individuals opposed to my father seize ordinary photos of me—images that are neither hidden nor secret—and repackage them with false stories,” he said.
Oseloka went on to differentiate himself from political life, emphasizing that his path lies in theatre and filmmaking, a world, he said, that embraces diversity and challenges traditional stereotypes.
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“I was raised to know that my father’s wealth is not mine, and that I must build my own life… My chosen path is in theatre and filmmaking, so far from the world he inhabits.”
He also pointed out the misplaced priorities of those spreading rumors, urging Nigerians to redirect their attention to more significant national issues like insecurity, economic instability, and infrastructure collapse.
“Nigeria has far greater issues than idle speculation about what Peter Obi’s son is doing,” he added. “This is a distraction from the real crises that matter to all Nigerians.”
Oseloka concluded the letter by reaffirming his support for his father, not based on their family ties, but on Peter Obi’s vision and integrity.
He emphasized that while they are not perfect men, the values instilled in him as a child—honesty, hard work, and service to others remain central to how he lives.
“My father has my vote, not because he is my father, but because he is the right man for the job.”