Governor Otu Condemns Attack on Peter Obi’s Convoy, Demands Arrests

Cross River State Governor, Senator Bassey Otu, has condemned in strong terms an attack on the convoy of the Nigerian Democratic Congress (NDC) presidential candidate, Mr Peter Obi, in Calabar, directing security agencies to identify and arrest those responsible. The governor, in a statement issued by his Chief Press Secretary, Mr Linus Obogo, expressed concern over the incident, stating that such attacks have no place in a democratic society. According to the statement, Otu called on the security agencies to ensure that the perpetrators are brought to book. The governor’s condemnation comes after a suspected attack on Obi’s convoy on November 5, 2026, in Calabar. The details of the incident are yet to be fully disclosed, but reports indicate that there were no reported casualties. The Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) has also raised the alarm over the attack and called on the police to ensure the safety of its presidential candidate. The police have confirmed the arrest of a suspect in connection with the attack. According to a report by THISDAYLIVE, the attack occurred on the same day that the NDC presidential candidate, Peter Obi, was in Calabar for a rally. The NDC has condemned the attack and called on the police to ensure the safety of its candidate. This incident is a worrying development for the NDC as the party prepares for the 2027 general elections. The party’s presidential candidate, Mr Peter Obi, has been a strong critic of the ruling party, and his campaigns have been marked by large crowds and high enthusiasm.