Michelle Obama, the wife of former U.S. President Barack Obama, has inadvertently supported Peter Obi’s statement regarding American Presidents covering their personal expenses. In a recent interview with Oprah Winfrey, Michelle Obama revealed that American Presidents, including her husband, personally pay for their meals, debunking the common belief that they rely solely on public funds.
Peter Obi, the 2023 presidential candidate of the Labour Party (LP), faced criticism in Nigeria for asserting in an interview that the U.S. President covers his own expenses, including meals for himself and guests. The video featuring Michelle Obama’s statement has resonated with many Nigerians, leading to a shift in perspective.
One reaction highlighted the significance of Peter Obi’s accuracy, stating, “Peter Obi was 500% correct. Every President of America picked up their bills, and that of their guests. What you have in Nigeria is a Monarchy, it is no Democracy.”
Another commenter expressed sadness about Nigeria’s situation, emphasizing the contrast with the U.S. where it is customary for the President and Vice President to cover their expenses and those of their guests.
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Peter Obi was 500% correct. Every President of America picked up their bills, & that of their guests. What you have in Nigeria is a Monarchy, it is no Democracy. https://t.co/2dfstGMBhY pic.twitter.com/4oCEuC2i8u
— NEFERTITI (@firstladyship) November 24, 2023