Senator Akpoti Demands Probe into Assassination Attempt

Senator Natasha Akpoti, representing Kogi Central, reacted to an alleged assassination attempt on former Anambra State Governor Peter Obi and former APC National Chairman John Odigi Oyegun. In a statement issued on Wednesday, Akpoti described the incident as deeply disturbing and cautioned against escalating political hostility that threatens Nigeria's democratic stability.

She highlighted the rising political tension and the safety concerns for opposition figures across party lines. Although the details of the alleged attack remain unclear, Akpoti emphasized the need for restraint and the importance of healthy political competition.

She condemned the violence and intimidation that define Nigeria's political landscape and called for urgent action from security agencies to conduct a thorough investigation. Akpoti reaffirmed her commitment to upholding democratic principles and protecting the rights of all Nigerians, regardless of political affiliation, warning that suppressing opposition undermines the constitutional governance.