The vice presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress, NDC, Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, has condemned the attack on Peter Obi’s convoy, calling on the international community for protection of opposition leaders.
Kwankwaso, in a statement via his X handle, expressed deep concern over the mobilization of unruly elements against opposition political leaders, stressing that constitutional rights must be protected.
He said, “I am deeply disturbed by the attack on the convoy of our presidential candidate, Peter Obi, as he travelled to Benue State.
“The deliberate mobilisation of unruly elements to block and attack his convoy and prevent him from entering Makurdi marks another dark day for our democracy.
“Authorities must remember that the Constitution guarantees every citizen the right to freedom of movement. This right applies even more strongly to Mr Obi, a former governor and leading opposition figure.
“The Benue State Government must, as a matter of urgency, ensure that those responsible are swiftly identified and prosecuted. It must also guarantee the safety and free movement of our candidate and his entourage.
“I further urge the President to caution state governors, particularly those in his party against any actions that could undermine the sanctity of our democracy.
“I also call on the international community, including diplomatic missions and election observation groups, to take note of this incident and to urge Nigerian authorities to uphold the rule of law, protect opposition leaders, and safeguard democratic freedoms.”
Kwankwaso calls for foreign intervention following attack on Peter Obi’s convoy