Peter Obi Says Peaceful Conduct Must Not Be Mistaken for Weakness

Peter Obi has urged political actors to stop harassing his supporters, saying that peaceful conduct and civility should not be confused with an inability to stand up to provocation. His remarks come as political activity builds ahead of Nigeria’s 2027 general election. The presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress said Nigerians should be free to express their political preferences and take part in the democratic process without intimidation. He appealed to those targeting his supporters to respect their rights and conduct themselves responsibly. “For those harassing our supporters, innocent Nigerians who want food, humility and civility are not weaknesses. They are virtues. Nobody has the monopoly of rascality,” Obi said, according to the report. He also called for an end to what he described as the harassment of supporters, warning that good behaviour should not be treated as weakness. “Good behaviour is not weakness; it is a virtue. I am warning and pleading with everybody. Enough is enough,” he said. Obi’s comments were made amid intensifying activity among political parties and their supporters. The report says political exchanges and competition for public support are expected to feature in the months leading to the 2027 election. Obi’s appeal focused on allowing political participation without intimidation and keeping conduct civil.