The presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress, Peter Obi, has condemned an attack on members of the party and the Obidient Movement during a political rally in Asaba, Delta State, describing the incident as a threat to Nigeria’s democracy.
Obi expressed concern over the violence, which reportedly occurred on Saturday, November 7, during a political gathering in the Delta State capital.
The attack allegedly left several party members injured, including the Delta State Deputy Coordinator of the Obidient Movement, identified as Comrade Noah, who was reportedly stabbed with daggers.
Noah is said to be receiving medical attention at the Federal Medical Centre.
In a statement posted on his X account, the former Anambra State governor condemned the incident, insisting that political disagreements should never be settled through intimidation or physical violence.
He maintained that no political ambition was worth the life of any Nigerian, stressing that political leadership should be secured through persuasion and the confidence of voters.
Obi called on the government and security agencies to immediately investigate the incident, identify those responsible and ensure they were brought to justice, irrespective of their political affiliations.
He also insisted that the attack would not discourage him and his supporters from participating in democratic activities.
“We will not be intimidated or silenced, nor will we relinquish our democratic space to violence. Our response will remain peaceful, lawful, and determined,” he said.
The NDC candidate further stressed that every Nigerian had the constitutional right to participate in political activities, express opinions and freely choose preferred candidates without fear of intimidation.
He argued that Nigeria needed constructive ideas, responsible leadership and healthy democratic competition rather than political violence.
Obi also expressed solidarity with those injured during the incident, calling for a country founded on justice, liberty, peace and respect for human dignity.
Meanwhile, the National Coordinator of the Global Obidient Movement, Dr Mo, also condemned the attack.
Dr Mo disclosed that Comrade Noah was stabbed with daggers during the incident, while several other members sustained injuries.
“They hit us with daggers!” he said.
The incident comes amid growing political activities ahead of the 2027 general elections.
