Peter Obi Demands Justice for Arrested Supporter Olawale

Peter Obi, the presidential candidate for the Nigeria Democratic Congress, publicly condemned the arrest of his supporter Rilwan Olawale, characterizing it as part of a broader pattern of harassment against his supporters across Nigeria. In a statement released via his X handle on October 27, 2026, Obi described the ongoing intimidation as "disturbing and unacceptable." He criticized President [name not provided] for undermining democracy, which he claimed had previously benefited the president.

Obi emphasized that his campaign is founded on peaceful engagement and issue-based politics, focusing on competence, accountability, justice, and compassion. He made four specific demands: transparency regarding Olawale's arrest, his immediate release, respect for his rights as a citizen, and an end to politically motivated harassment of opposition supporters.

Obi asserted that no government or political party has the authority to restrict Nigerians' freedom to choose their preferred candidates. He affirmed that his campaign would continue to operate within the law while resisting pressure.