Cross River State Governor Condemns Attack on Peter Obi's Convoy
Cross River State Governor, Senator Bassey Otu, has denounced the recent attack on Peter Obi's convoy in Calabar, directing security agencies to apprehend the individuals involved.
The incident occurred on Wednesday afternoon near Watt Market Roundabout while Obi's convoy was returning from meeting with the Obong of Calabar to participate in a NDC presidential town hall meeting.
Speaking through his Chief Press Secretary, Linus Obi, Senator Otu expressed sympathy with Obi and his team, stating that the state will not condone political violence or criminality.
The attack resulted in damage to vehicles in Obi's convoy and caused panic among the entourage.
The Cross River State Police Command confirmed the assault and stated that its personnel employed tear gas to disperse the hoodlums.
A 27-year-old suspect, Victor Edet Yellow Duke, has been arrested and been sent to the State Police Headquarters for further investigation.
The Commissioner of Police, Ajo George, has ordered a thorough investigation into the matter to apprehend the remaining culprits and establish the circumstances surrounding the incident.
Cross River State Governor Condemns Attack on Peter Obi's Convoy
Cross River State Governor, Senator Bassey Otu, has denounced the recent assault on Peter Obi's convoy in Calabar, directing security forces to apprehend the individuals involved.
The incident occurred on Wednesday afternoon near Watt Market Roundabout while Obi's convoy was returning from meeting with the Obong of Calabar to participate in an NDC presidential town hall meeting.
Speaking through his Chief Press Secretary, Linus Obi, Senator Otu expressed sympathy with Obi and his team, stating that the state will not tolerate political violence or criminality.
The attack caused damage to vehicles in Obi's convoy and resulted in fear among the entourage.
The Cross River State Police Command confirmed the assault and stated that its personnel deployed tear gas to disperse the hoodlums.
A 27-year-old suspect, Victor Edet Yellow Duke, has been apprehended and sent to the State Police Headquarters for further investigation.
The Commissioner of Police, Ajo George, has ordered a thorough investigation into the matter to apprehend the remaining culprits and establish the circumstances surrounding the incident.
<small>Source: Daily Post Nigeria — read the original story there.</small>
