A viral video showing a Bayelsa man threatening to push for Nigeria’s breakup if Peter Obi loses the 2027 presidential election has sparked heated reactions on social media.
Nigerians have now divided over his comments on the country’s unity, political future and six geopolitical zones.
In the trending video, the man made it clear that the outcome of the 2027 presidential election would determine whether he would support a united Nigeria or advocate for the country’s division into six separate nations.
“Come 2027 January… If Peter Obi wins, we have one Nigeria. If Peter Obi loses, we scatter Nigeria, we divide Nigeria. Everybody go to your roots.
“We have six geopolitical zones, let’s have six different countries in that bloody Nigeria,” he said.
His statement has triggered a wave of reactions on X, formerly Twitter, where some users expressed support for his position, while others questioned the idea of making Nigeria’s continued existence dependent on the victory of a particular presidential candidate.
Nigerians React to Viral Video of Bayelsa man
Reacting to the video, @Adeniyi Martins (@AdeDKing2) suggested that Nigeria’s breakup should come after President Bola Tinubu completes his eight-year tenure.
“Nigeria can scatter after Asiwaju finish his 8 years,” he wrote.
Similarly, @Olafemi (@fem_desmond) expressed support for the idea, arguing that a similar position had been taken by supporters of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the past.
“Exactly. This is how it should be. Apc said the same thing in 2015,” he said.
Another user, @Sômi ™ (@Chukwunonso204), made a remark about the Yoruba people and their ancestral roots, writing:
“Yariba no fit go there root ooo dem go wan change colour.”
@A.O.E Böögyman (@aoe_boogeym…) also appeared to support the possibility of Nigeria’s breakup, declaring his intention to return to his ancestral homeland if Obi loses the election.
“Obi lose Nigeria scatter, everybody find your square root back to your ancestors or ancestral land. 2027 Benin kingdom here I come,” he wrote.
Meanwhile, @Mandem (@MacbethEnoch) questioned the man’s whereabouts, suggesting that he might not be in Bayelsa State at the time of making the statement. Bayelsa man
“I am sure he is not in Bayelsa at the moment,” the user said.
More Nigerians Weigh react to Bayelsa Man ‘s video
Other reactions reflected support for the man’s declaration, with some users insisting that Nigeria’s division would be inevitable if the country’s political problems remained unresolved.
@Zamba (@lee_zamba) wrote:
“Gbam…wether they like it or not they must accept it like that.”
Similarly, @Esther (@Favouriteestty) expressed agreement with a brief response:
“Gbam abeg life no hard.”
Some Users Call for Separation After 2027 Election after Bayelsa man ‘s video
The conversation also attracted comments from users who appeared to favour separation regardless of the election outcome.
@Bolaji (@Bolajiola111) expressed support for the prospect of Nigeria’s division but added a controversial demand concerning where people from the South-East should live.
“We are ready, pls after the lose in 2027, no ibo should be found in Yoruba land,” the user wrote.
Another commenter, @Pappyjulie (@Supo196), raised the possibility of the Department of State Services (DSS) taking an interest in the man’s comments.
“The oloriburuku DSS will soon start looking for him assuming if he is in Nigeria,” the user stated.
Meanwhile, @Loner (@SolomonTheophi9) questioned why Nigerians should wait for the 2027 election before pursuing their preferred political future.
“Why do I have to wait for Peter obi to win before I go my separate way even the elder ones in Nigeria are more foolish than their useless brainless youths,” the user wrote.
However, Newsflashngr was able to gather that everyone supported the idea of breaking up the country.
For example, @0xGozilla (@0xGozilla) offered a different perspective, stating:
“Lovers of Nigeria will not agree to this.”
Similarly, @Uzaisif (@UmarYusuf197839) dismissed the threat, writing:
“U can’t do any shit bro and if Peter loss heaven will not fall.”
Watch the video here:
“Come 2027 January… If Peter Obi wins, we have one Nigeria. If Peter Obi loses, we scatter Nigeria, we divide Nigeria. Everybody go to your roots. We have six geopolitical zones, let’s have six different countries in that bloody Nigeria.”
– Bayelsa man blows hot https://t.co/qDJgS2GHoe
— Dj SpoiltKid (@spoiltkid) October 21, 2026
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