Peter Obi Condemns Arrest, Cites Democratic Erosion
Peter Obi, former governor of Anambra state, has taken to social media to denounce the arrest of Sheikh Ahmad Tijjani Umar, a cleric based in Kaduna.
Obi revealed the incident on his X page, expressing deep concern over the state of democracy in Nigeria.
He believes the arrest signifies a worrying trend of diminishing freedom of speech and movement, with political opponents facing increasing harassment.
Obi emphasized that such actions contradict democratic values and the rule of law, urging an end to intimidation tactics.
A Call for Democratic Principles
Obi passionately advocated for the protection of free speech, a cornerstone of democracy, and implored the Nigerian government to respect these principles.
He appealed to those in power to cease actions that undermine democracy and instead uphold the law and democratic tenets when dealing with citizens.
Police Deny Knowledge
Despite Obi's statement, the Kaduna State Police Command denied any awareness of the arrest. Spokesperson Mansir Hassan claimed he had no information on the matter.