By Abiola Olawale
The 2023 Presidential Candidate of the Labour Party(LP) and two term governor of Anambra State, Mr Peter Obi, has raised an alarm over alleged threats to his life.
Obi claimed that he had received threats to his life following his New Year message, where he condemned the current state of the Nigerian economy and polity.
Obi, a two-term governor of Anambra State said though his message was intended to address critical national issues, it has sparked significant backlash, including accusations from the supporters of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC).
It would be recalled that Obi, in his New Year press conference, had lamented the political, economic, and security healthcare situation in the country.
He had said: “Our national challenges are visibly worsening. Our nation and its fortunes are in clear reverse. The indices are indicative of our decline; thus, our national indices tell a disconcerting story.
“Nigeria remains one of the poverty capitals of the world, with over 100 million people living in extreme poverty and more than 150 million in multidimensional poverty. The situation has deteriorated significantly over the past 18 months under the current administration.”
In another statement posted on his official X handle on Monday, Obi said since his new year message, he and his family have been receiving threats.
However, he vowed to remain committed to speaking truthfully and highlight what he perceives as a drift towards undemocratic practices in the nation.
His post reads: “I ask the question because my New Year message has now led to threats against my life, my family, and those around me. While I have received all sorts of messages, one Mr. Felix Morka has gone further to accuse me of “crossing the line” and has warned that I will face the consequences.
“If I have truly crossed the line, I invite anyone to point it out, as I remain committed to upholding decorum. However, I will not be silenced in my resolve to speak truthfully, especially as our nation continues to drift toward undemocratic practices.
“We are increasingly transforming into an authoritarian and repressive regime, where freedom of expression is being systematically suppressed. May God help us create a better and freer society for the sake of our children.”
