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A Nigerian lawmaker has dismissed allegations connecting the Edo State Government to an attack on Peter Obi's convoy, calling them politically motivated and lacking evidence.

Leading Nigerian opposition figures gather in Abuja to discuss the Electoral Act and address key national issues.

A Nigerian lawmaker has called for an investigation into an alleged assassination attempt on former presidential candidate Peter Obi following a political rally.

Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan has called for an investigation into a reported attack on Peter Obi and John Odigie-Oyegun, highlighting concerns about political violence in Nigeria.

Olumide Akpata, a governorship hopeful in Edo State, recounts a near attack at a political event alongside former presidential candidate Peter Obi, which was averted thanks to security personnel.

A Nigerian lawmaker has urged the acting Inspector-General of Police to investigate an attack on Peter Obi's convoy that left vehicles damaged but spared the former presidential candidate.

The Obidient Movement is calling for a federal investigation into a violent attack on its leaders in Edo State, Nigeria.

A roundup of significant events including the adjournment of Nasir El-Rufai's court arraignment, political tensions in Edo State, and recent crime and safety updates across Nigeria.

Peter Obi expresses gratitude for support following an attack during a political event in Edo State.

Peter Obi, a former presidential candidate in Nigeria, was shot at by unidentified gunmen while traveling to a residence in Edo State but escaped unharmed.

The Inter-Party Advisory Council (IPAC) condemned the attack on political figures, including Peter Obi and John Odigie-Oyegun, in Edo State, deeming it an escalation of political intolerance.

Peter Obi criticizes the ongoing registration difficulties faced by students for the Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination in Anambra State, describing them as a recurrence of last year's issues.

A Lagos businessman, Adesiyan Olayinka, has been arraigned in federal court for alleged N230 million forex investment fraud linked to a cloned image of Peter Obi.

Nigerian leaders Peter Obi and Babajide Sanwo-Olu have sent goodwill messages to citizens as Lent and Ramadan commence on the same day, urging unity and reflection during these sacred periods.

Peter Obi criticizes Nigeria's electoral system and compares it unfavorably to India's model of democracy.

Labour Party's Peter Obi criticizes President Tinubu for poorly managing Nigeria's power sector and abandoning the National Grid.

Peter Obi, a former presidential candidate in Nigeria, emphasizes the importance of voter vigilance in the upcoming 2027 elections, insisting on the need for transparent electoral processes to ensure that every vote counts.

Peter Obi announces his candidacy for the 2027 presidential election in Nigeria under the African Democratic Congress, claiming he left the Labour Party due to recognition issues by the electoral commission.

Peter Obi, the Labour Party's 2023 presidential candidate, called for Nigerian unity in the upcoming 2027 elections to address decades of poor governance.

Supporters of Peter Obi are mobilizing for the 2027 elections to prevent a repeat of issues faced in the 2023 presidential elections.

Peter Obi calls for unity among Nigerians to join his ‘Operation Rescue Nigeria’ initiative aimed at improving governance ahead of the 2027 presidential elections.

Nigeria has announced February 20, 2027, as the date for its presidential election, alongside a legislative election timetable.

The Deputy Governor of Abia State has stated that the Labour Party is open to welcoming new members, including political figures such as President Bola Tinubu and former candidate Peter Obi, as it seeks to strengthen under new leadership.

Former presidential candidate Peter Obi demands electronic transmission of election results to enhance transparency ahead of Nigeria's 2027 elections.

Former Kaduna State Governor Nasir El-Rufai expressed his support for protests against the National Assembly's amendment to the Electoral Act, which he believes threatens the integrity of election results.

Peter Obi participated in a protest at Nigeria's National Assembly against the removal of 'real-time' electronic transmission of election results from an amendment bill, emphasizing the call for electoral transparency.

Peter Obi has led a protest at the National Assembly, demanding the approval for real-time electronic transmission of election results in Nigeria.

Peter Obi asserts that Nigeria is rich in talent but hindered by leadership failures that stifle potential.

The Kwankwaso Support Group 2027 has proposed a presidential ticket pairing Peter Obi with Senator Rabi’u Kwankwaso, aiming to unite their support bases to effectively address Nigeria's challenges.

Peter Obi has condemned the recent killings in Kwara State, calling them a tragic failure and urging for decisive action against insecurity.

Former Labour Party presidential candidate Peter Obi highlighted the necessity of principled resistance and civic engagement during the launch of Prof. Akinyemi Onigbinde's book, 'The Stubborn Goat: A Citizen’s Engagement with Nigeria.'