The Benue State Government said it was not aware of a visit by Peter Obi after his convoy was stopped by youths in the state, according to an aide to the governor. Police, however, confirmed they had been notified of the visit and said an investigation into the incident is underway.

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.

The Benue State Government has raised fresh questions over a reported visit by Peter Obi after his convoy was allegedly blocked by youths, according to Tori.ng. The report indicates that state officials are seeking clarification about the circumstances surrounding the visit and the alleged obstruction. Details about when the incident occurred, who organised the blockade, and how Obi responded were not provided in the available information.

Esther Umoh, a media aide to Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) presidential candidate Peter Obi, has disputed claims that protesters were responsible for an attack on a convoy in Benue State. According to Naija News, Umoh alleged that an aide to the governor was among those involved in the incident. Her statement challenges earlier reports about the circumstances of the attack. Further details about the convoy attack, including any casualties or official responses, were not provided in the report.

The Benue State Commissioner for Information, Solomon Iorpev, has criticised Nigeria Democratic Congress presidential candidate Peter Obi following the disruption of his convoy during a visit to the state on Tuesday. According to the Daily Post, Iorpev said Obi's decision to visit Benue without formally notifying the state government breached protocol given his status, and accused him of seeking trouble. The comments signal rising political tensions in the state ahead of elections.

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.