Nigerians on social media have been reacting to comments made by Senator Dino Melaye following reports alleging that he had endorsed former Anambra State Governor Peter Obi for the 2027 presidential election.

The reports, which circulated online on Tuesday, June 16, 2026, claimed that the African Democratic Congress (ADC) chieftain had pledged to support and campaign for Obi in the next election cycle.

However, Melaye swiftly rejected the claim through a post on his verified X account. Dismissing the report as false, he insisted that former Vice President Atiku Abubakar remains the politician he believes will emerge victorious in the next presidential election.

The former lawmaker described the report as the handiwork of desperate individuals and suggested that artificial intelligence technology may have been used to create the misleading content.

In his post, Melaye wrote: “Desperate people. AI generated. Atiku is the next President.”

His response quickly gained traction online, attracting numerous reactions from users who shared differing opinions on the matter. The statement sparked conversations across social media platforms, with many people weighing in on the reported endorsement and Melaye’s firm support for Atiku Abubakar.

As discussions continue, the issue has become a talking point among political observers and supporters of the key figures involved.

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