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The Coalition of United Political Parties, CUPP, has described as a death threat, Governor Monday Okpebholo’s warning to 2027 presidential aspirant, Peter Obi not to enter Edo State.

The Governor had issued what could pass as a threat to Obi, warning him against entering the state without prior notification and approval from him.

Governor Okpebholo’s warning marks the second time Obi has been cautioned by an All Progressives Congress, APC-led state, including those reportedly for humanitarian purposes.

The first was from Benue State governor, Hyacinth Alia.

According to Okpebholo, Peter Obi can enter the state at the risk of his own life, adding “If anything happens to him here, he will have himself to blame. I’m not joking.”

He further claimed that the last time the 2027 presidential aspirant visited the state and made a donation of N15 million to a nursing school in the state there was unrest in Benin City, the state capital leading to the death of some people.

CUPP, in a statement signed by Chief Peter Ameh, its National Publicity Secretary, said the Governor’s comment clearly shows he is not inclined with the provision of the Nigerian Constitution which guarantees freedom of movement for citizens.

“Okpebholo’s recorded remarks, warning Obi not to ‘dare’ enter Edo State without his permission and stating that his security ‘is not guaranteed,’ constitute a veiled death threat against a law-abiding citizen exercising his constitutional rights,” the statement said.

CUPP called on other political leaders, civil society organizations and activists to speak up against what it describes as an unacceptable display of thuggery.

It added, “His only offense is traveling across the country to support hospitals, schools, nurses, and IDPs at their points of need. Should a governor fear acts of charity?

“Governor Monday Okpebholo’s threat against Peter Obi is a disgraceful act that strikes at the heart of Nigeria’s democracy. It is a direct assault on the constitutional rights to freedom of movement, expression, and association, and it reflects a dangerous arrogance that has no place in governance.

“This incident must serve as a wake-up call for Nigerians to defend their constitutional protections and demand accountability from those in power.

“The rule of law must prevail, and no individual, no matter their position, should be allowed to trample on the rights of citizens. Edo State and Nigeria deserve better than this shameful display of leadership.”

helinues:
Kaduna state just banned Peter Obi's supporters of celebrating his birthday.

Initially it was Benue state that banned Peter Obi, followed by Edo state. The mutual factor with the banning is the disrespecting of law and order

helinues:
Kaduna state just banned Peter Obi's supporters of celebrating his birthday.

Initially it was Benue state that banned Peter Obi, followed by Edo state. The mutual factor with the banning is the disrespecting of law and order

jmoore:
The mutual factor is terrorism financed by APC.

Ofunaofu:
The Coalition of United Political Parties, CUPP, has described as a death threat, Governor Monday Okpebholo’s warning to 2027 presidential aspirant, Peter Obi not to enter Edo State.


The Governor had issued what could pass as a threat to Obi, warning him against entering the state without prior notification and approval from him.

Governor Okpebholo’s warning marks the second time Obi has been cautioned by an All Progressives Congress, APC-led state, including those reportedly for humanitarian purposes.


The first was from Benue State governor, Hyacinth Alia.

According to Okpebholo, Peter Obi can enter the state at the risk of his own life, adding “If anything happens to him here, he will have himself to blame. I’m not joking.”

He further claimed that the last time the 2027 presidential aspirant visited the state and made a donation of N15 million to a nursing school in the state there was unrest in Benin City, the state capital leading to the death of some people.


CUPP, in a statement signed by Chief Peter Ameh, its National Publicity Secretary, said the Governor’s comment clearly shows he is not inclined with the provision of the Nigerian Constitution which guarantees freedom of movement for citizens.

“Okpebholo’s recorded remarks, warning Obi not to ‘dare’ enter Edo State without his permission and stating that his security ‘is not guaranteed,’ constitute a veiled death threat against a law-abiding citizen exercising his constitutional rights,” the statement said.

CUPP called on other political leaders, civil society organizations and activists to speak up against what it describes as an unacceptable display of thuggery.


It added, “His only offense is traveling across the country to support hospitals, schools, nurses, and IDPs at their points of need. Should a governor fear acts of charity?

“Governor Monday Okpebholo’s threat against Peter Obi is a disgraceful act that strikes at the heart of Nigeria’s democracy. It is a direct assault on the constitutional rights to freedom of movement, expression, and association, and it reflects a dangerous arrogance that has no place in governance.

“This incident must serve as a wake-up call for Nigerians to defend their constitutional protections and demand accountability from those in power.


“The rule of law must prevail, and no individual, no matter their position, should be allowed to trample on the rights of citizens. Edo State and Nigeria deserve better than this shameful display of leadership.”


https://dailypost.ng/2025/07/19/disgraceful-display-of-thuggery-political-parties-react-as-gov-okpebholo-threatens-peter-obi/

jmoore:
The mutual factor is terrorism financed by APC.

helinues:
Make your comments independently without always hiding behind mine to express yourself

Factcheck0001:
obi started it n this is obi karma

He did same to el rufai n before u argue about it, watch this video.

U people believe u are the only one that have the monopoly of madness

Hear from the horses mouth, el rufai himself talking about what obi did

Cc
RISQUE
Jmoore
PlasmaTV
KillahPriest
Tochi3
Ofunaofu
Helinues


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zhAsiFF064U

Tochi3:


...that same propaganda Video that failed to achieve its aim of division & hat;:"red..failed woefully when it was released..& resurrecting the lies will fail woefully once again..

..since the Coalition..wicked people has been forced to go search for lies & more propaganda as they were told by Alade..to release more propaganda & use more lies to sell Tilumbu renewed hope;:less;:"ness..

. You are shedding only crocodile tears..

Racoon:
Everyone under the APC behaves as the gang of anti-social personality they are. How can a seating governor make that kind of reckless and treasonable statement? This APC is a plague that must be kicked out.

Factcheck0001:
watch the video n see for yourself, this is not your village setting where u lie to yourselves

I purposefully brought the video so u can see it's pure karma dealing with obi

emkz:
It was a mistake for the Edo governor to bar Peter Obi

everyone, just sit back and watch as this agbadoid is going to Bala - bluu to us to hide his glaring hypocrisy

Factcheck0001:
obi started it n this is obi karma

He did same to el rufai n before u argue about it, watch this video.

U people believe u are the only one that have the monopoly of madness

Hear from the horses mouth, el rufai himself talking about what obi did

Cc
RISQUE
Jmoore
PlasmaTV
KillahPriest
Tochi3
Ofunaofu
Helinues


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zhAsiFF064U

KillahPriest:
There's a Mafia vs Aiye confra war taking place in Edo state right now and all reports concerning killings in that state recently point to that war. The governor hasn't said anything apart from blaming Obi for a matter that doesn't concern him instead of taking the initiative of donating monies to other schools or upgrading their infrastructure at once so his political enemies won't "disgrace" him again. Edo state really fell off by voting in this crass and uncouth fellow

SeeWahala:
What of the benue governor? 🤡 Because I remember you supporting that ones own with your full chest

everyone, just sit back and watch as this agbadoid is going to Bala - bluu to us to hide his glaring hypocrisy

bigpicture001:
El -rufai landed in Anambra, lodged in a hotel was not asked not to visit.. was not stopped and warned.. but was told he doesn't have right to be at different polling station like he was a registered election observer .

Plz I beg u in the name of God .. show me a governor that has done this... I mean a governor who left his state on another opposite government election day.. stayed in the state and got a vehicle with his crew and be driving around the state in that day to monitor the election ..? Plz just one person dt did it