NHRC Responds to Peter Obi's Death Threat Claims

The Nigerian Human Rights Commission (NHRC) reacted to a statement made by Peter Obi, the presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), regarding death threats he claimed to have received. NHRC Executive Secretary Toni Ojukwu stated that Obi's assertion is "deeply worrisome" and should be taken seriously.

Following Obi's comments during a prime-time interview on Arise Television, Ojukwu called for a response from his team, questioning whether the opposition has enough space to play its role in a legitimate manner. Ojukwu expressed broader concerns about the shrinking civic space, particularly as the 2027 general elections draw closer, highlighting issues related to freedom of expression and access to information.