Assasination Attempt: ‘Your Security Won’t Be Guaranteed’, Nigerians Pull Out Old Video Of Edo Gov Warning Obi

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An old video of Edo State Governor Monday Okpebholo warning Labour Party presidential candidate Peter Obi resurfaced after an alleged gun attack on Obi and African Democratic Congress (ADC) leaders in Edo. The video, recorded on July 18, 2025, includes the governor stating that Obi’s security would not be guaranteed if he entered the state without prior notice. On Tuesday, gunfire was reported at the residence of former Edo governor and ADC chairman Chief John Odigie‑Oyegun, with footage showing damage to Obi’s motorcade. Netizens have linked the attack to the governor’s earlier statement, raising security concerns ahead of the 2027 elections.

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Reported by 5 sources: osun_defender, ripples, Blueprint, The Nation, daily_post.