Tension erupted in Benue State on Tuesday after suspected thugs allegedly blocked a major road as Peter Obi, presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), arrived in the state. The incident was disclosed by Obi's media aide, Esther Umoh, who shared a video on her X handle showing the blocked route, according to the Daily Post. Details of any injuries or arrests were not immediately available.

Former Nigerian presidential candidate Peter Obi has criticised the Benue State government after his convoy was reportedly blocked, describing the incident as unacceptable. According to PM News, Obi said he had been left standing at the scene and condemned what he called 'rascality', stating that such conduct has no place in the country. The report does not detail who ordered the blockade or how the standoff was resolved.

Former Labour Party presidential candidate Peter Obi said it was “totally unacceptable” that his convoy was obstructed during a visit to Benue State, according to Vanguard. Obi, who travelled to commiserate with communities affected by recent killings, said his team was stopped from reaching the area where he intended to pay a condolence visit. The report did not identify who stopped the convoy or give further details.

The Peoples Democratic Party governorship candidate in Benue State has condemned the reported blockade of Peter Obi's convoy in Makurdi. According to Punch, the candidate described the incident as an assault on democracy and a violation of constitutional rights. The report does not provide details on who carried out the blockade or whether authorities have responded to the incident.

Former Kano State governor Rabiu Kwankwaso has condemned the blockade of Labour Party figure Peter Obi's convoy in Benue State. According to Punch, Kwankwaso described the incident as a threat to Nigeria's democracy and called on authorities to identify and prosecute those responsible. The incident and Kwankwaso's remarks add to ongoing tensions surrounding political activities and security arrangements for prominent opposition figures ahead of future electoral contests in the country.

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.