The presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), Peter Obi, has condemned reported attacks on members of the party and the Obidient Movement in Delta State, warning that political violence must not be allowed to undermine democracy.
Obi, in a statement posted on his X account on Saturday, November 7, 2026, said he was deeply saddened and disturbed by reports of attacks on NDC and Obidient coordinators and members in the state.
He described political violence as unacceptable, insisting that no political ambition could justify the killing of Nigerians or the destruction of property.
“Political violence has no place in a democracy and can never be justified. No political aspiration is worth the life of a Nigerian, and no dispute should be resolved through intimidation, physical attacks, or the destruction of property,” Obi said.
The former Anambra State governor called for an immediate and thorough investigation into the reported incidents, urging authorities to identify and prosecute those responsible, irrespective of their political affiliations.
He also warned that the attacks would not force the NDC or its supporters to abandon their democratic rights.
“We will not be intimidated or silenced, nor will we relinquish our democratic space to violence. Our response will remain peaceful, lawful, and determined,” he stated.
Obi stressed that Nigeria belonged to all citizens and that no political party had exclusive ownership of the country’s democracy.
According to him, every Nigerian has the right to organise, gather, express political opinions and participate in elections without fear of intimidation or violence.
He reaffirmed his solidarity with the affected members of the NDC and the Obidient Movement, describing the reported attacks as a threat to the democratic rights of citizens.
“A New Nigeria must be founded on justice, liberty, peace, and respect for the dignity of every citizen,” Obi said.
He concluded the statement with a prayer for Delta State and the country.
“May God bless Delta State and the Federal Republic of Nigeria.”
