Peter Obi, the presidential hopeful for the Nigeria Democratic Congress in the upcoming 2027 election, has issued a stern condemnation regarding the recent surge of lethal attacks within Benue and Plateau states. Sharing his concerns on social media, the former Anambra State governor described the persistent regional insecurity as deeply alarming.
Highlighting specific tragedies, Obi pointed to the deaths of at least sixteen individuals in Benue’s Otukpo-Nobi community, alongside a separate incident in Plateau’s Riyom Local Government Area where nine members of one family—including an infant—were slain. He emphasized that these acts of violence have left countless families displaced and grieving for years.
Obi criticized the government’s current security approach, calling for a shift from reactive measures to a proactive, intelligence-led system. He demanded accountability, insisting that perpetrators must be held responsible to break the prevailing cycle of impunity. Ultimately, the candidate urged a national effort to prioritize human life over political considerations to ensure stability and growth across the country.
