LP Reps Decry Demolition of Obi Family’s Property

Obi at the demolished property

By TANKO ALI

…Condemn planned targeting of his business interests

The Labour Party Caucus in the House of Representatives has condemned the controversial demolition of a property belonging to the family of the Presidential candidate of the LP, Mr. Peter Obi, by suspected government agents in Lagos state, describing the development as deeply disturbing.

The caucus urged the Lagos State Government, and the ruling All Progressives Congress, APC administration to ensure that no harm comes to Mr. Peter Obi or his business interests, in the discharge of his role as a key opposition figure.

The demolition was reportedly carried out following a court order obtained under unclear circumstances. Neither the property owners nor any other party was said to be aware of the order, as it was not issued in anyone’s name.

The LP representatives condemned the apparent misuse of the judiciary, stating that it undermines democratic principles and has no place in a civilized society. They noted that the act sends a disturbing signal: if a prominent figure can be treated with such lawlessness, ordinary citizens who are supposed to be protected by the law are even more vulnerable.

The lawmakers, speaking through their leader, Hon. Afam Victor Ogene, in a statement in Awka, Anambra State, noted that the development aligns with the recent alarm raised by Obi about a covert attack on him and his businesses, on account of his courage in contesting the last presidential election and consistency in highlighting the nation’s widespread hardship and increasing level of insecurity.