Peter Obi, presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), has warned against the intimidation and harassment of his supporters ahead of Nigeria's 2027 general elections, declaring that political restraint should not be mistaken for weakness.
The former Anambra State governor issued the warning amid concerns about the treatment of his supporters and the political atmosphere surrounding preparations for the presidential election. His remarks were reported on Tuesday, October 27, 2026, as political parties intensified their activities ahead of the polls.
“Humility is not a weakness. It is a virtue. Nobody has monopoly of rascality,” Obi said.
The statement reflects Obi's objection to what he considers attempts to intimidate people because of their political preferences. It also signals his determination to defend the right of his supporters to participate in political activities without harassment.
Obi has consistently presented himself as an advocate of peaceful political participation, urging Nigerians to pursue political change through democratic institutions and lawful engagement.
His latest warning draws attention to the importance of political tolerance as rival parties prepare for the 2027 elections.
Political supporters are entitled to express their preferences, attend lawful gatherings and participate in campaign activities without facing threats or violence.
At the same time, disagreements between political parties and their supporters must be addressed within the law rather than through intimidation or retaliation.
Obi's remarks come as competition intensifies between the ruling All Progressives Congress and opposition parties seeking to challenge President Bola Tinubu's administration.
The NDC candidate has made economic recovery, accountability, improved security and employment creation central themes of his presidential campaign.
His supporters have also played a prominent role in promoting his political message through public gatherings and social media platforms.
However, the available report of his latest statement does not independently establish the identities of those allegedly responsible for harassing his supporters or the full circumstances of the incidents that prompted his warning.
No individual or political organisation should therefore be presented as responsible for the alleged intimidation without supporting evidence.
The approaching election places renewed responsibility on political leaders, security agencies and electoral authorities to protect lawful political participation.
For Obi, the central message of his warning is that humility and restraint should not be interpreted as an inability to respond to political hostility.
The statement also underscores the need for political competition to remain peaceful as parties and candidates seek public support ahead of the 2027 presidential election.
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