Sam Amadi, director of the Abuja School of Social Thought and Politics, says recent attacks against Peter Obi have not reduced the presidential candidate’s popularity. Amadi makes the claim in reaction to a debate sparked by remarks from actor-turned-politician Kenneth Okonkwo, who threatened to release information that could harm Obi’s political career if Obi’s supporters continued attacking him online. According to Amadi, attacks do not “stick” because there are “little or nothing” scandalous or corrupt about Obi, and critics have not provided credible, factual evidence capable of damaging his reputation. He argues that much of the criticism amounts to elitist derision rather than revelations of wrongdoing. Amadi also points to Obi’s record in public service as a factor that shields him from political attacks. In his view, Obi remains the strongest option among the current presidential hopefuls and continues to maintain broad appeal despite sustained criticism from opponents.