NDC chieftain Pat Utomi slams APC ‘data boys’ as insult to his integrity

Professor Pat Utomi, a chieftain of the Nigeria Democratic Congress, accused APC supporters labelled ‘data boys’ of launching cyber‑attacks against him, calling any engagement with them an insult to his integrity. He posted the criticism on his X account on Sunday. The comment reflects growing tensions between political parties on social media.

What we know

• Pat Utomi is a professor of political economy and NDC chieftain
• He referred to APC supporters as ‘data boys’ who allegedly cyber‑attack him
• Utomi said engaging with them would insult his integrity
• The statement was shared on his X (Twitter) account

Why it matters: The exchange underscores the increasing role of online harassment in Nigerian politics and its impact on public discourse.

Sources

1. 2027: “Engaging APC Data Boys Is Insult To My Integrity” — Pat Utomi – Information Nigeria, 23 h ago
2. Engaging APC Data Boys Insult to my Integrity – Pat Utomi Blasts Tinubu Supporters – Nigerian Eye, 22 h ago

Updates

• 25 Oct, 22:05 WAT – Summary updated with new reporting
• 25 Oct, 18:18 WAT – Story published – 2 outlets

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