Posted by Samuel on Thu 26th Feb, 2026 - tori.ng
In a strongly worded statement, Mrs Akpoti-Uduaghan urged security agencies to act swiftly in identifying and prosecuting those responsible, stressing that political violence had no place in a democratic society.
Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan has demanded a comprehensive investigation into the recent attack on Peter Obi and other members of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), describing the incident as deeply troubling and unacceptable.
In a strongly worded statement, Mrs Akpoti-Uduaghan urged security agencies to act swiftly in identifying and prosecuting those responsible, stressing that political violence had no place in a democratic society.
She pointed that “failure to address such incidents could undermine public confidence in the nation’s electoral and security systems”.
The senator emphasized “that all political actors, regardless of affiliation, deserve protection and the freedom to engage with citizens without fear of intimidation or harm”.
She made it known that ensuring safety was critical to sustaining Nigeria’s democracy.
The lawmaker urged for calm among citizens while authorities carry out investigations, reaffirming the need for unity and respect for democratic values.
The attack on Obi and other ADC leaders has raised security concern across the country, with Nigerians condemning the incident and calling for justice.