The Benue State Government has officially responded to the shocking attack on Labour Party presidential candidate Peter Obi’s convoy, claiming total ignorance of his scheduled visit to the state.
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The Benue State Government has washed its hands clean of any involvement in the violent attack on the convoy of Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, after a group of youths descended on his entourage during a visit to the state.
In what is sure to raise eyebrows across the country, the state government flatly denied having any prior knowledge of Obi’s visit, essentially saying — “e no reach us.”
The incident, which has already set social media on fire, saw some youths in Benue State attack the convoy of the Obidient movement’s flagbearer, sending shockwaves through supporters and political observers nationwide.
Government Pleads Ignorance
According to the Benue State Government, they were completely in the dark about Peter Obi’s planned visit to their state. In plain terms — had they known he was coming, things would have been handled differently.
This statement, however, is already generating serious questions. Many Nigerians are asking: how does a major presidential candidate visit a state without the state government being informed? Is this a case of poor coordination, or is something else going on entirely?
Nigerians React
As expected, reactions have been swift and sharp. Peter Obi’s supporters — the passionate and vocal Obidient movement — have taken to Twitter and other platforms to express outrage over the attack, with many demanding accountability and thorough investigation.
Critics, on the other hand, are pointing fingers at the political climate ahead of the 2023 general elections, warning that such acts of political violence are dangerous to Nigeria’s democratic process.
This is a developing story. Stay with us for more updates as the situation unfolds.
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