The South South Zone of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) has called on the Department of State Services (DSS) to conduct a further investigation into the recent attack on its Edo State secretariat and the residence of its national leader, Chief John Odigie-Oyegun. This plea follows the arrest of a suspect, Udeme Stephen, who is believed to have connections to the attack on Peter Obi, the Labour Party's 2023 presidential candidate, along with ADC chieftains in Benin. The ADC emphasizes that the incident was serious and requires a comprehensive investigation to uncover the full extent of the circumstances surrounding it.

In a statement released by the South-South Zonal Publicity Secretary, Mabel Oboh, the ADC praised the DSS for their initial actions while simultaneously stressing the need for clarity concerning the motivations and supporters behind the attack. The ADC's leadership expressed concerns that the arrest of one individual does not suffice as a closure to the matter. They raised key questions about the nature of the attack, its financiers, and the logistical support that facilitated it, highlighting the need for accountability and transparency in investigative processes.

The ADC's call for more in-depth investigation reflects a broader desire within certain political circles in Nigeria for security agencies to not only respond to incidents but to also provide insights into the networks that might be involved in orchestrating such attacks. The discourse is critical, as it ties into larger discussions about political violence in Nigeria, the safety of political leaders, and the ramifications such incidents may have on the country’s democratic integrity and electoral prospects leading up to future elections.