Suspected thugs reportedly blocked a road in Gboko, Benue State, obstructing the convoy of former presidential candidate Peter Obi as he travelled from the airport into town. According to PM News, quoting a woman at the scene, the entire road was barricaded, with those involved saying Obi would not be allowed into town to meet the people he intended to see.

The Kogi State Executive Council has commended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for his administration’s developmental strides, particularly the ongoing reconstruction of the Abuja-Lokoja-Okene-Benin Highway, according to Leadership. The commendation was contained in resolutions from a State Executive Council meeting presided over by Governor Ahmed Usman Ododo in Lokoja. The council described the strategic highway project as significant, though the blurb does not provide details on cost, timeline, or completion status.

Youths in Benue State prevented Nigeria Democratic Congress presidential candidate Peter Obi from visiting Yelewata village, according to ThisDay Live. Obi condemned the action, while the Benue State government said it was not aware of his planned visit. The report, filed by George Okoh from Makurdi, highlights tensions surrounding the candidate's outreach in the state ahead of elections.

The Ochetoha K’Idoma, a prominent socio-cultural group representing the Idoma people, has expressed concern over increasing insecurity in Nigeria, labeling the nation's highways as "killing fields". This statement follows the tragic death of Prof. David Onu Salifu, a former Secretary to the Government of Benue State and a Professor of Public Administration, highlighting the urgent need for improved safety measures on the roads.

Residents of Adokasa in the Karu Local Government Area of Nasarawa State have urged Governor Abdullahi Sule to take immediate action regarding an abandoned road project in their community. The project was designed to rehabilitate a previously hazardous route, aiming to enhance access for residents, facilitate transportation, and promote the movement of agricultural products.

Kenneth Okonkwo, spokesperson for African Democratic Congress presidential candidate Atiku Abubakar, has defended the party's absence from the inauguration of a presidential campaign office linked to Governor Seyi Makinde, according to Naija News. His comments came amid discussion involving Peter Obi and the ADC's position within Nigeria's opposition politics ahead of future elections.