[UPDATED + PHOTOS] Gunmen ambush Peter Obi’s convoy at Oyegun’s residence

Unidentified gunmen launched a brazen attack on the convoy of Peter Obi, Labour Party’s 2023 presidential candidate and frontrunner for the African Democratic Congress (ADC) in the 2027 elections.

The assault unfolded Tuesday as Obi and his entourage neared the home of Chief John Odigie-Oyegun, former Edo State governor and respected elder statesman. Attackers trailed the convoy and opened fire with reckless aggression.

Peter Obi Media Reach (POMR) confirms the incident amid a flood of concerned inquiries from supporters worldwide. “We assure everyone: Mr. Obi and fellow ADC leaders in Edo escaped unharmed and remain safe, the POMR, explains.

In a post-attack statement, Obi displayed spent cartridges from the assailants, voicing deep dismay that such violence could mar the residence of a figure of Oyegun’s stature, honor, and service to Edo State.

Below is full text of the POMR statement: 

“On Tuesday, unidentified gunmen brazenly trailed and shot at the convoy of Mr Peter Obi, the 2023 Presidential Candidate of the Labour Party and the leading candidate for the African Democratic Congress (ADC) in the upcoming 2027 elections.”

“As Obi and his team approached the residence of esteemed elder statesman and former Governor of Edo State, Chief John Odigie-Oyegun, the attackers struck with reckless abandon. 

“Peter Obi Media Reach (POMR) has received an overwhelming number of inquiries from concerned individuals both domestically and internationally regarding the safety of our Principal. We unequivocally confirm the attack and assure all supporters, worldwide, that Mr Obi and the other ADC leaders present in Edo remain unharmed and safe from the assault.

“In a brief address following the event, while displaying the cartridges used by the assailants, Obi expressed profound disappointment that such a heinous act could occur at the home of a respected figure like Chief Oyegun, who has served the state with honour and integrity.

“POMR calls on Nigerians and international democratic observers to take note of the alarming threats made in July 2025 by Governor Monday Okpebholo, who warned Mr Peter Obi against entering the state without permission. This threat issued in response to Obi's charitable visit to a health institution was later refuted by the governor but highlights a troubling pattern.

“We firmly reiterate that, as a presidential aspirant, Mr Obi is entitled to freely travel and associate within Nigeria, as protected by Section 41 of our Constitution. Attempts to restrict this right will not be tolerated.”

E-Signed

Ibrahim Umar

POMR SPOKESMAN

February 24, 2026

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