Peter Obi’s Convoy Attacked In Calabar [VIDEO]

The convoy of the presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), Peter Obi, along with party supporters, came under violent attack in Calabar, Cross River State, on Wednesday.

The incident took place shortly after Obi arrived in the state capital to attend an official NDC presidential town hall meeting at the Metropolitan Hotel, Calabar.

According to eyewitnesses, the motorcade was navigating through the city amid cheering crowds when suspected political thugs ambushed the procession near the popular Watt Market area, throwing stones, bottles, and dangerous projectiles at the vehicles and crowd.

The sudden ambush caused widespread panic throughout the commercial district, forcing supporters to flee for safety while severely disrupting vehicular movement and business activities.

Several NDC supporters sustained varying degrees of injuries during the chaotic scene, while multiple vehicles in the convoy suffered extensive damage, including shattered windscreens and bodywork.

Operatives from the Cross River State Police Command stationed nearby intervened to disperse the assailants and restore public order.

Police personnel successfully apprehended one suspect in connection with the violent disturbance.

Confirming the arrest in a statement released to newsmen in Calabar, the Police Public Relations Officer for the command, ASP Sunday Eitokpah, identified the suspect as 27-year-old Victor Edet Yellow-Duke, adding that investigations are underway to track down co-conspirators and potential political sponsors.

“NDC supporters under heavy attack in Watt Market. The police have made an arrest to this effect. The suspect name is Victor Edet Yellow Duke, male, 27 years,” the police spokesperson stated.

Eitokpah reassured residents that calm had been restored across Calabar, with additional tactical security units deployed to strategic locations to head off any further breach of the peace.

Following the security intervention, Obi proceeded to the designated town hall venue as scheduled to address party members, stakeholders, and supporters across Cross River State.

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