Presidential spokesperson Daniel Bwala has launched a scathing attack on Arise News anchor Rufai Oseni, branding him a liar and a propaganda tool for Peter Obi. In a post on X on Tuesday, Bwala accused Oseni of distorting his words and engaging in blackmail and hate speech. The conflict erupted after Oseni, during The Morning Show’s ‘What’s Trending’ segment, cited a December 2023 comment from Bwala when he served as Atiku Abubakar’s spokesperson. At that time, Bwala had stated that the APC would fail even if given 30 years in power. Oseni used the quote to criticize the current government’s handling of insecurity, but Bwala claimed his remarks were taken out of context.
Bwala’s response was blistering, as he referred to Oseni as an adult toddler and a fake journalist who has lost all credibility. He argued that Oseni is nothing more than an unofficial spokesperson for Peter Obi, masquerading as a neutral media figure. Bwala further likened Oseni’s journalism to a mechanic performing surgery, suggesting he should focus on documentaries about animals rather than spreading fake news. The presidential spokesman’s outburst highlights the ongoing tension between government officials and media personalities perceived as biased.