NDC condemns attack and obstruction of Peter Obi in Benue

The Nigeria Democratic Congress has condemned what it called the “shameful attack and obstruction” of its presidential candidate, Peter Obi, during a visit to Benue State.

The party said suspected hired thugs, allegedly led by an aide to Benue Governor Hyacinth Alia, blocked Obi’s convoy and stopped him from entering Yelwata. The group was reportedly armed with dangerous weapons. The NDC said more than 270 people had reportedly been massacred there.

Obi said he arrived in Benue at about 9 a.m. intending to visit victims and their families. “Unfortunately, we were stopped from proceeding to the community by thugs chanting, ‘Peter Obi, go back,’” he said.

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Unfortunately, we were stopped from proceeding to the community by thugs chanting, ‘Peter Obi, go back.’

He said the visit was not political. “I came to Benue not for politics but to mourn with our people, to listen to families who have lost loved ones, and to offer our solidarity during a moment of unimaginable pain.”

The NDC called on the Benue State Government and security agencies to investigate immediately and bring those responsible to justice. It also demanded protection for citizens and leaders showing solidarity with grieving communities, saying the party would not be deterred from pursuing what it described as the government’s duty to protect every Nigerian’s life.

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I came to Benue not for politics but to mourn with our people, to listen to families who have lost loved ones, and to offer our solidarity during a moment of unimaginable pain.