Vice-President Kashim Shettima has taken a swipe at Peter Obi, saying importing cheap South African wines does not make anyone an economics expert.

Shettima made the remark on Wednesday at the All Progressives Congress (APC) presidential campaign rally in Ondo State, where he questioned the economic credentials and performance of the former Anambra State governor.

“The ability to import cheap South African wines doesn’t make one a guru in economics,” the Vice-President said.

Shettima criticises Obi’s record in Anambra

Shettima accused Obi of presenting himself as an economics expert during his nationwide engagements, arguing that his record as governor did not justify such claims.

He described Obi’s eight-year tenure in Anambra State as mediocre.

“Peter Obi’s performance as governor of Anambra State was at best mediocre,” he added.

VP praises Tinubu’s record in Lagos

The Vice-President also mocked Obi for referring to Lagos as his home, arguing that his decision to settle in the state after leaving office in Anambra showed that he was enjoying the quality of leadership provided by President Bola Tinubu.

Shettima credited Tinubu with transforming Lagos into Nigeria and Africa’s economic capital through infrastructure development, increased revenue and investments.

He urged Nigerians to assess presidential candidates based on their records in public office rather than their speeches on television and social media.