The African Democratic Congress, ADC, has condemned the attack on its candidate, Peter Obi, and other party leaders in Edo State, describing the incident as a “grave and disturbing development”.
The party spoke in a statement shared on its official X handle on Tuesday.
“Today’s attack on Mr. PeterObi and other leaders of the of the African Democratic Congress (@ADCNig), is a grave and disturbing development, especially in light of the threats issued last year by the Governor of Edo State, warning Mr. Obi not to come to Edo State.
“We didn’t know at the time that the Governor’s threat would include an assassination plot,” the statement read.
The party further condemned the use of violence and intimidation in politics, describing it as a threat to Nigeria’s democracy.
“Let it be clearly understood: violence and intimidation are the weapons of those who fear the will of the people. Such actions stain our democracy and must be condemned by all who believe in freedom,” the ADC added.
Despite the attack, the party pledged to remain steadfast.
“The ADC will neither bow nor retreat. We will stand firm, speak without fear, and continue the peaceful struggle for a Nigeria where the opposition is not punished, and every citizen is free,” the statement concluded.
DAILY POST earlier reported that armed thugs shot at Obi and members of the party during the formal defection of Olumide Akpata to the African Democratic Congress, ADC, in Benin City.
‘We will not bow nor retreat’ – ADC condemns attack on Peter Obi, others in Benin
