Police arrest suspects over blockade of Obi’s convoy

The Benue State Police Command says it has arrested some persons in connection with Tuesday, September 8 blockade of the convoy of the presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress, Peter Obi.

Disclosing this to newsmen, the state Commissioner of Police, Cletus Nwadiogbu, said the police officers filmed during the blockade were deployed for Obi’s visit and acted in a professional and tactical manner to avoid an escalation that could have resulted in loss of lives and destruction of property.

“Unfortunately, Mr. Obi’s movement was obstructed by a group of persons, creating tension and a situation that could have degenerated into violence.

At that point, the Police took a professional and tactical decision to avoid an escalation that could have resulted in loss of lives and destruction of property. Mr. Obi was subsequently safely escorted back to the airport and departed the state peacefully.

The Command has commenced intelligence-led operations to identify those responsible. Key arrests have been made, while efforts are ongoing to apprehend all other persons connected with the incident.”he said

The police boss said all those found culpable would be dealt with in accordance with the law.