The NDC-Peter Obi Support Network (NDC-POSN) has called on the Federal Government to investigate allegations by the presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), Peter Obi, that his life may be under threat.
In a statement issued in Abuja by the group spokesperson, Mrs Mercy Akums, the group expressed concern over comments made by Obi during an interview on the “With Chude” platform, where he alleged that the government was deliberately frustrating his personal and business activities and suggested that he might not be alive to contest the 2027 presidential election.
According to the statement, Obi cited incidents including the alleged detention of his vehicle at an airport and claimed that associates now avoid public association with him for fear of reprisals.
The support group described the allegations as “serious” and warned that “any form of intimidation, harassment or interference against opposition figures could undermine Nigeria’s democracy and threaten the credibility of the 2027 general elections”.
NDC-POSN called on the Federal Government “to conduct a transparent investigation into the claims and ensure that no agency or individual engages in actions that endanger political actors or hinder lawful political participation”.
The group also urged security agencies, including the Nigeria Police Force (NPF) and the Department of State Services (DSS), to provide adequate protection for Obi, his family and other political actors.
While reaffirming its support for the Obi-Kwankwaso ticket in 2027, the group urged its members and supporters to remain peaceful and focused on democratic engagement.