*Laments state of Nigeria’s democracy

The 2023 Presidential candidate of Labour Party (LP) has spoken after a shooting incident at the office of African Democratic Congress (ADC) event in Benin, capital of Edo State.

Obi, who spoke during his visit to the ADC office in Benin after the hoodlums attack, said: “Look at how hoodlums came and started shooting at the ADC office.

“Look at the bullets scattered on the ground and the several cars that were damaged.

“This is the state our democracy has reached. This cannot continue. We have a country, and we are part of it.”

Hoodlums had earlier on Tuesday invaded the venue, shooting indiscriminately. 

They chased the vehicle carrying the former Governor of Anambra State from the venue to the residence of the former Edo State Governor and former national chairman of All Progressive Congress (APC), Chief John Oyegun.

The political event was being hosted by the Edo State branch of African Democratic Congress (ADC).

A statement by Media Aide to Obi said: “At an ADC event today, hoodlums invaded the venue and began shooting.

“They specifically chased the vehicle carrying Mr. Peter Obi to Chief John Onyegu’s house and continued their attack. This happened a few minutes ago.

“The situation remains chaotic, and those nearby are trying to ascertain whether Mr. Obi was wounded.

“Latest information indicates he was not injured; he’s safe.”