Thugs Attack Peter Obi During Edo State Event

On Tuesday, Peter Obi, the former presidential candidate of the Labour Party, was reportedly attacked by armed thugs in Benin City, Edo State. Yunusa Tanko, who serves as the national coordinator of the Obidi Movement, raised concerns about the incident, indicating that it involved gunfire.

The attack was noted to have occurred during a formal defection event involving Olumid Akpata from the African Democratic Congress to the Labour Party. Tanko's statement highlighted the alarming nature of the attack, emphasizing the risks faced by political figures in the region.

The incident underscores ongoing security challenges in Nigeria, particularly in the context of political activities.