Breaking: DSS Arrests Suspect Over Attack on Peter Obi, Other ADC Chieftains
- The DSS arrests Udeme, Sunday Stephen, for attacking Peter Obi and ADC leaders in Benin City
- Udeme's arrest follows a detailed investigation into the violent incident at John Odigie-Oyegun's residence
- Peter Obi's security concerns escalate amid rising political tensions in Edo State
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Benin City, Edo State - Officers of the Department of State Services (DSS) have arrested a suspect named Udeme, Sunday Stephen, over the attack on Peter Obi and some African Democratic Congress (ADC) chieftains in Benin, Edo State.
Legit.ng reports that the former Anambra State governor and ADC leaders survived an assassination attempt during a political event.
Source: Twitter
The suspect was arrested following a thorough investigation conducted by DSS officers.
As reported by The Punch, Udeme was linked to the attack on the 2023 Labour Party presidential candidate at the residence of John Odigie-Oyegun.
According to Vanguard, DSS operatives took action shortly after Stephen allegedly claimed responsibility for the attack and issued fresh threats. He also posted threatening messages on his X handle.
“We warned Obi against his entrance into Edo State, but he mistook our resolve for his Obidiots online noise. Thank his stars he (Obi) survived this one.
“I learnt he’s going to Rivers State. Na my men go handle that one and dem no dey miss target. Speak no peace to a bast@rd and wish him no long life, for he’s destined to die.”
Sources said the suspect was later arrested in a covert operation with teh help of forensic analysis, which was used to track him.
He remains in DSS custody and is expected to be charged in court.
Okpebholo reacts to the attack on ADC members
Recall that Governor Okpebholo condemned the assault on African Democratic Congress (ADC) members in Edo State.
The Edo state governor said the incident was a result of an alarming escalation of internal party conflict.
He expressed sympathy for affected party members and highlighted the violence and exploitation in a peaceful environment.
Source: Twitter
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Peter Obi speaks out after surviving an alleged assassination attempt
Legit.ng also reported that opposition leader Peter Obi condemned the gunmen's attack in Benin City, Edo State, raising strong concerns.
The attack targeted former APC national chairman John Odigie-Oyegun's residence with visible damage.
Former Governor Obi warned that democracy is at risk following the alleged violent incident in Edo, a state governed by the All Progressives Congress (APC)
Source: Legit.ng
