Edo Commissioner Urges Peter Obi to Notify Before Visits

Kassim Afegbua, the Edo State Commissioner, remarked that Peter Obi, the former presidential candidate of the Labour Party, should have notified the state government prior to his visit, especially after a gunmen attack that raised concerns. This statement came during an interview on a political program on Channel Television.

Afegbua referenced a previous speech by Governor Okpebholo made in July of the previous year, which he claimed was misinterpreted. He emphasized that any time Peter Obi intends to visit Edo State, he should extend the courtesy of informing the state government.

The context of the discussion was heightened due to the recent attack on Obi, who is also a notable chieftain of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) and a former governor of Anambra State. The situation has sparked reactions across Nigeria, highlighting the political tensions and security issues surrounding Obi's presence in the state.