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.

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.

The Peoples Democratic Party's governorship candidate in Benue State, Chief Michael Aondoakaa, SAN, and the Obidient Movement have condemned an attack on Labour Party presidential candidate Peter Obi during his engagements in Makurdi. According to a statement issued on Tuesday, both described the incident as a threat to democracy and constitutional rights, calling for respect for political participation and peaceful engagement in the state.

Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, vice presidential candidate of Nigeria's Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), has condemned an attack on the convoy of opposition figure Peter Obi and called on the international community to help protect opposition leaders. In a statement posted on his X handle, Kwankwaso expressed deep concern over what he described as the mobilization of unruly elements against opposition political leaders, stressing constitutional protections, according to the Daily Post.

Former presidential candidate Peter Obi has raised alarms regarding the remand of activist and publisher Omoyele Sowore, labeling it a threat to Nigeria's democracy. His comments came after a ruling by the Federal High Court in Abuja, where Justice Mohammed Umar ordered Sowore's remand in Kuje Prison pending further proceedings.

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.