Peter Obi: What I did when NDC supporters were attacked in Calabar
Peter Obi, Presidential Candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), has narrated how he refused to follow security advice when supporters of the party were allegedly attacked in Calabar, Cross River state capital, on Wednesday. Narrating the incident in a video, the Presidential Candidate said the attack happened during his visit to Calabar for a […]
Presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), Peter Obi, revealed the incident of an alleged attack on his supporters in Calabar, Cross River state, during a town hall meeting. In a video, Obi narrated how he disregarded security advice when rumors spread that All Progressives Congress (APC) supporters were throwing stones at his convoy.
Obi said he told his security team, "In Nigeria, we don't run away from our responsibilities. I'm coming down to meet them." Just as the situation escalated, the APC supporters withdrew, preventing a potential clash. The Cross River Police Command, however, successfully averted a possible confrontation between NDC and APC supporters.
Police officers intervened and engaged the two groups, urging them to maintain peace and follow the law. The Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO), ASP Sunday Eitokpah, confirmed the development and emphasized the importance of public safety and respect for others' rights, regardless of political affiliations.
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