Obi expressed his displeasure on Wednesday while addressing supporters at the party’s presidential town hall meeting in Calabar, held as part of his nationwide political engagements ahead of the 2027 general elections.
The attack reportedly occurred along Murtala Muhammed Highway, around the U.J. Esuene Stadium and Metropolitan Hotel, where the NDC was holding its political gathering.
According to reports, the incident happened as Obi and members of his entourage were moving around the venue of the town hall meeting.
The former Anambra State governor spoke hours after the incident, using the occasion to address the reported violence and reaffirm his commitment to the party’s political mission.
Obi’s condemnation comes amid growing concerns over the safety of opposition politicians and their supporters as political activities intensify ahead of the 2027 general elections.
The incident has also renewed discussions about political tolerance and the responsibility of security agencies to protect all political actors, irrespective of their party affiliations.
The NDC presidential candidate has continued his nationwide engagements to promote the party and communicate his political vision to Nigerians as preparations for the next general election gather momentum.
His Calabar visit was part of the party’s broader efforts to strengthen its presence across the country and engage citizens at the grassroots.
Despite the reported attack, Obi used his appearance at the town hall meeting to project confidence in the NDC’s political movement, declaring that it remained unstoppable.
The incident has attracted attention from political stakeholders, with calls for the authorities to ensure that political campaigns and public engagements are conducted in a peaceful and secure atmosphere.
