Popular Nigerian comedian and actor, Seyi Law, has reignited political debates online after publicly criticizing Nigerian music duo Peter and Paul Okoye (popularly known as P-Square) over their comments on the 2023 general election and their preference for former Vice President Yemi Osinbajo as the ideal candidate.
In a series of posts shared on social media, Seyi Law accused the twin brothers of hypocrisy, saying their support for Osinbajo only emerged after the election and questioned their silence during the actual presidential race. He argued that Osinbajo would have faced the same defeat the Labour Party suffered had he been fielded by the All Progressives Congress (APC) in 2023.
“You Knew He Would Lose” – Seyi Law
Seyi Law, a vocal supporter of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu during the last general election, stated unequivocally that the musical duo’s recent endorsement of Osinbajo is politically irrelevant and lacked credibility. He claimed their sudden admiration for the former vice president was more sentimental than strategic.
“You people should stop being hypocrites,” Seyi Law wrote. “You knew Osinbajo would have been defeated if APC had brought him forward. But now, you want to act like saints who knew what was best all along.”
He continued by asserting that the political momentum and structure that supported Tinubu’s candidacy was unmatched, and that the notion that Osinbajo could have performed better at the polls was speculative and naive.
Backlash Over Osinbajo Sentiments
The controversy was sparked after Peter Okoye recently posted on X (formerly Twitter), suggesting that Nigeria missed an opportunity to have a more refined and youth-friendly candidate in Osinbajo. He lamented that internal party politics within the APC sidelined a man he described as “intelligent, disciplined, and capable of leading the nation to progress.”
Paul Okoye, his twin brother, also echoed similar sentiments, calling Osinbajo “the president Nigeria deserved.”
Their comments quickly went viral and divided opinions on social media. While some agreed that Osinbajo represented a more intellectual and modern face of the APC, others felt he lacked the political machinery needed to win a national election.
Seyi Law Fires Back at Critics
Seyi Law, known for his political commentary in addition to his work in comedy, was quick to call out the musicians and their followers, saying their post-election sentiments were irrelevant since they did not actively push Osinbajo’s candidacy when it mattered most.
“You were silent when Osinbajo needed loud voices. Now you want to rewrite history with Twitter threads? Sorry, Nigeria doesn’t work like that,” he said.
He added that while Osinbajo may be respected by many, politics in Nigeria is not just about competence but also about grassroots mobilization, political alliances, and national reach—areas he claimed Tinubu mastered effectively.
Mixed Reactions Trail Exchange
The online clash between Seyi Law and P-Square has drawn mixed reactions from Nigerians. Some users criticized Seyi Law for being dismissive and overly partisan, while others agreed that Osinbajo lacked the political weight to clinch the presidency in 2023.
One user, @IamAyoola, wrote: “Seyi Law is right. Politics isn’t about who tweets the best. It’s about structures, alliances, and negotiations. Osinbajo didn’t stand a chance with how the primaries were designed.”
Others felt Seyi Law’s comments were unnecessarily confrontational. “So because someone didn’t shout Osinbajo’s name during the election, they can’t have an opinion now? That’s not fair,” wrote another user, @AdaEdo.
Political Analysts Weigh In
Political analyst and commentator, Bamidele Ojo, noted that while Osinbajo had appeal among the urban youth and professionals, he did not have the same extensive network across Nigeria that Tinubu had built over decades.
“Osinbajo is a brilliant man and was widely respected as vice president, but political viability on a national scale is about more than competence. Tinubu’s experience, resources, and alliances gave him a major edge,” Ojo said.
He added that hindsight opinions are common in politics, but what matters most is what candidates and supporters did when it counted.
Call for Unity Amid Political Differences
Despite the exchange, Seyi Law ended his commentary with a call for unity and mutual respect among Nigerians, urging everyone to focus on nation-building rather than trading blame.
“We’ve made our choices, and the courts have settled the matter. It’s time we all work together to hold leaders accountable and ensure Nigeria works for all. Whether you supported Peter, Osinbajo, or Tinubu, what matters now is the future,” he concluded.
As Nigeria continues to navigate its political journey, voices like Seyi Law’s—and the reactions they provoke—highlight the country’s deeply passionate and divided electorate, still grappling with the outcomes and decisions of the 2023 general elections.
