Peter Obi Expresses Concern Over Attack On LP Supporters In Lagos

The presidential candidate of the Labour Party, Peter Obi, has condemned the attack on supporters of his party in Lagos State on saturday.

It was reported that Suspected hoodlums attacked LP’s supporters said to be on their way to the venue of the party’s presidential campaign rally.

Reacting to the development, Obi via his verified Instagram handle on Saturday, condemned the attack, saying that such political opposition attacks will not be tolerated.

He said, “I received reports that 4 members of the Obidient Family were attacked and injured in Lagos ahead of today’s rally. That incident, premeditated or not, is deeply troubling. Such act stands vehemently condemned.

“We cannot continue to tolerate attacks on members of the political opposition, often fuelled by the incendiary rhetorics of political leaders. The new Nigeria that we seek is one founded on peace and justice, and the respect for the rule of law.

“I call on the Lagos State security agencies to fish out those responsible for the attacks. #PeterObi 🇳🇬”

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