Former Anambra State governor and presidential candidate Peter Obi arrived in Enugu State today to attend the funeral of the late Ifeanyi Nwolie, a supporter who was shot during a party political activity on 10 October 2026.
Obi landed at Abuja Airport from the United Kingdom at 5.30 a.m. and immediately connected to the 7 a.m. Enugu Air flight to Enugu. The funeral took place in the hometown of Afa in Udi Local Government Area of Enugu State.
In a statement on X, Obi described Nwolie as one of his supporters who participated in the recent NDC party political activity that was marred by violence. He said the young man was tragically shot, calling the death a painful reminder of the devastating human cost of the nation’s current toxic political environment.
As the country approaches the 2027 general elections, Obi appealed to all candidates contesting at the federal, state, and local government levels to reject violence, ethnic division, and religious bigotry. He stated that campaigns and activities must be based on issues that will make the country better.
“Democracy thrives when citizens can freely express their political choices and participate in the electoral process without fear. The process through which we attain public office is more important than the office itself,” he said.
Obi also made a personal pledge to Nwolie’s mother. “My humble pledge to the mother is that God Almighty, whom it pleased to bring Ifeanyi home, has also given her another son in me to support her as Ifeanyi used to.”
He concluded by stressing the importance of the rule of law. “A country’s greatest strength lies in the rule of law. When the rule of law is undermined, the door is opened to disorder and anarchy. We must work together to rebuild and restore a Nigeria where human life is valued above political ambition, and where every citizen can exercise their democratic rights in peace and safety.”
By John James
