The Kaduna State Police Command has barred a planned rally in honour of former presidential candidate Peter Obi, citing security concerns and the risk of public disorder.
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Supporters had intended to stage the rally on Obi’s birthday, but the police said intelligence reports suggested the event could be hijacked by criminal elements. In a statement on Wednesday, police spokesperson DSP Mansir Hassan said the planned gathering could lead to violence.
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He explained that all political rallies remain suspended in Kaduna pending the official start of campaigns as set by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC).
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The Command also noted that several political parties have scheduled their primaries for the same day, with formal notifications already submitted. The police fear the overlap could trigger clashes between rival groups.
“In view of these developments, the command strongly advises the organisers of the planned Peter Obi rally to suspend any gathering or procession,” the statement read. “If they wish to honour their principal, such activities should be conducted in a safe and non-disruptive manner.”
The police warned that anyone who ignores the order risks prosecution. The statement ended with an appeal to the public to work with law enforcement to maintain peace across the state.
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