The Digest:
Former NBA President Olumide Akpata has narrated how he and Labour Party presidential candidate Peter Obi narrowly escaped an attack at an African Democratic Congress (ADC) event in Benin City, Edo State. Speaking on Channels Television's Politics Today, Akpata revealed both received separate intelligence warnings that the venue would soon come under attack. "I was in harm's way, there's no doubt. We were in harm's way yesterday in Benin," he said. LP members had gathered to formally move into ADC at the party Secretariat on Ogbelaka Street for an 11 a.m. ceremony. Acting on the warnings, the event was hurriedly concluded and leaders ushered out to former Governor John Oyegun's residence. Shortly after they left, armed men attacked the secretariat. Akpata disclosed his cousin narrowly escaped being hit by a bullet. Governor Monday Okpebholo has condemned the incident and ordered police investigation.
Key Points:
- Akpata's account confirms the attack was premeditated and intelligence-driven.
- Quick evacuation based on warnings saved lives of opposition leaders.
- Victims seek justice, while authorities promise investigation.
- This signals the serious security threats facing opposition figures.
- The timing, with police probe ordered, offers hope for accountability.
Sources: Channels Television, Politics Today
