Peter Obi Raises Safety Concerns After Assassination Attempt

Peter Obi, the former governor of Anambra State and a presidential candidate for the 2027 elections, expressed fears for his safety after an assassination attempt on February 24, 2026, during a political rally in Benin City, Edo State. Armed men opened fire on his convoy, which included members of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) and dignitaries like former Edo State Governor John Odigi Oyegun and former Labour Party governorship candidate Olumide Akpata.

Obi escaped unharmed, but several vehicles were damaged, and party members sustained injuries. In response to Obi's claims, Bayo Onanuga, spokesman for President Bola Tinubu, accused him of raising false alarms to garner undue sympathy, asserting that Obi's narrative was fabricated.

This incident follows a history of political violence in Nigeria, highlighting the risks faced by opposition politicians.