Protesters blocked the convoy of Nigerian Democratic Congress (NDC) presidential candidate Peter Obi in Benue State, preventing him from reaching Yelwata. The incident occurred along the Gboko-Makurdi Expressway in Makurdi, according to reports. Festus Keyamo, Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, condemned the blockade as unacceptable in a democracy. He accused sections of the media of showing bias.
Other leaders, including Vice-presidential candidate Rabiu Kwankwaso, also expressed concern. Kwankwaso urged President Bola Tinubu to caution state governors against actions that could undermine democratic processes. The attack has sparked outrage among political figures and civil society groups.
Amnesty International criticized the blockade, calling it a violation of freedom of movement. The incident has raised concerns about the safety of political candidates during election campaigns. The NDC has called for an investigation into the attack.
The situation highlights ongoing tensions in the lead-up to the gubernatorial elections. Political analysts suggest the incident could influence voter perceptions and campaign strategies.
