The presidential candidate of Labour Party (LP), Peter Obi, has warned against further attacks on members of the political opposition, saying such would no longer be tolerated.
Obi said this in a statement on Saturday while reacting to attacks on four of his supporters in Lagos State.
The Herald earlier quoted the Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO), SP Benjamin Hundeyin as confirming the attack.
“Jakande Ward Chairman of Labour Party commendably reported an attack on his party members at Ilasan Division. Four injured persons have been given medical attention,” he said.
He added that the case has been transferred to the State Criminal Investigation Department (SCID) for investigation.
Obi said, “I received reports that 4 members of the Obidient Family were attacked and injured in Lagos ahead of today’s rally.
“That incident, premeditated or not, is deeply troubling. Such act stands vehemently condemned.
“We cannot continue to tolerate attacks on members of the political opposition, often fuelled by the incendiary rhetorics of political leaders.
“The new Nigeria that we seek is one founded on peace and justice, and the respect for the rule of law.
“I call on the Lagos State security agencies to fish out those responsible for the attacks.”
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