Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has warned President Bola Tinubu that “nothing must happen” to Peter Obi, presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress, following Obi’s recent alarm over threats to his life, according to DAILY POST.
In a statement by his spokesperson Phrank Shaibu, Atiku said the safety of every opposition leader is a constitutional obligation of the Nigerian state and a test of its democratic credentials.
He stated: “An injury to one is an injury to all. When one opposition leader is intimidated, every opposition voice is diminished.” Atiku also criticised the Presidency’s response to Obi’s concerns, saying: “A government that answers every criticism with abuse projects insecurity, not confidence.” He added that the opposition is not the enemy of Nigeria—poverty, hunger, insecurity, corruption, and kidnapping are.
Key Points:
Atiku’s warning signals growing concern about political violence ahead of 2027
The safety of opposition figures is now a major political issue
Atiku’s statement criticises the government’s dismissive response to Obi’s concerns
The warning could escalate tensions between the opposition and the ruling party
Atiku frames the issue as a test of Nigeria’s democratic credential
The government faces pressure to ensure the safety of opposition figures. The 2027 election campaign is intensifying, with security becoming a key concern.
Sources: The Cable, Daily Post
