Peter Obi alleges government targeting him, threatening life

Peter Obi, a leading opposition figure and presidential candidate for the Nigeria Democratic Congress, has publicly alleged that the federal government is systematically targeting him and other political opponents, creating a climate of fear that he says threatens his life and livelihood. In an interview with media personality Chude Jideonwo, the former governor of Anambra State claimed the administration of President Bola Tinubu is deliberately frustrating his daily activities and business interests.

Obi made the remarks while discussing his potential participation in the 2027 general election, stating that the challenges have become so severe he cannot be certain he will be alive to contest. "Not even a candidate. I might not even be alive," Obi said during the interview, a clip of which was shared online on Wednesday, July 8. He asserted that every aspect of his professional life is being obstructed. "Every single thing I do for a living, this government is frustrating it. Deliberately so," he said.

While clarifying he was not making a formal, direct accusation against any specific individual, Obi insisted the pattern of obstruction is intentional and pervasive. He described...