Benue govt not aware of Obi’s visit — Gov’s aide
Benue State Government claims unawareness of Peter Obi’s visit after his convoy was stopped by youths. Police confirm notification and investigation. Read More: https://punchng.com/benue-govt-not-aware-of-obis-visit-govs-aide/
Peter Obi visited Benue State, but his convoy was stopped by youths. The Benue State Government claims it was not aware of his visit. According to the Daily Post Nigeria, Obi stated that his presence in the state was strictly humanitarian, not campaign-driven, and that he wanted to condole and show solidarity with people who had lost their lives.
Obi's visit was marred by an attack on his convoy, which he described as an example of the degeneration of Nigerian politics. He expressed a desire for a politics of unity.
The police confirmed that they had been notified of Obi's visit and are investigating the incident.
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