Summary: NNPP Presidential candidate Rabiu Kwankwaso has strongly condemned the shocking attack on Peter Obi’s convoy in Benue State, urging the international community to take notice of the dangerous trend threatening Nigeria’s democracy.
In a move that has sparked widespread conversation across Nigeria, former Kano State Governor and NNPP Presidential candidate, Rabiu Kwankwaso, has come out boldly to condemn the violent attack on Labour Party Presidential candidate Peter Obi’s convoy in Benue State on September 8.
For those who may have missed the gist — Obi’s convoy was attacked by some youths in Benue State, sending shockwaves through the Nigerian political landscape and raising serious questions about the safety of candidates ahead of the 2023 general elections.
Kwankwaso Speaks Out
Kwankwaso did not mince words. The veteran politician called on the international community to pay close attention to this incident, describing it as a deeply troubling development that goes beyond mere political rivalry. In a country where election seasons have historically been marked by tension and violence, this kind of attack is a red flag that nobody — local or foreign — should sweep under the carpet.
His message was clear: this is not normal, and it should not be treated as normal.
Why This Matters for Nigeria
As Nigeria inches closer to the 2023 elections, incidents like this remind us that the road to a free and fair election is still filled with potholes. Every Nigerian — regardless of whether you are Team Obi, Team Kwankwaso, Team Tinubu, or Team Atiku — deserves the right to campaign freely and safely without fear of attack.
The attack on Peter Obi’s convoy is not just an attack on one man or one party. It is an attack on the very idea of democracy itself. When political thuggery is allowed to thrive, it is ordinary Nigerians who suffer the consequences.
The Bigger Picture
Kwankwaso’s decision to speak up, even as a rival candidate, sends a strong message of solidarity and democratic values. It shows that some of our leaders understand that political competition must never translate into physical violence.
The international community — from the United Nations to the African Union, foreign embassies, and election observer groups — must indeed take note. Nigeria’s democracy deserves protection, and the voices of millions of young Nigerians who have registered to vote for the first time must not be silenced by fear and intimidation.
As Nigerians, we must ask ourselves:* Is this the kind of politics we want to hand over to the next generation? The answer, for most of us, is a resounding *NO.
Let the 2023 elections be decided by votes — not violence.
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