Former presidential candidate of the Labour Party, Peter Obi, has condemned the reported assault of a female member of the National Youth Service Corps, Jenifer Elobor, by operatives of a vigilante outfit in Anambra State.
Obi, in a statement issued via his official 𝕏 handle on Tuesday, described the attack as “inhumane, primitive, and a direct assault on our collective humanity.”
The former Anambra State governor expressed shock over the development, stressing that such barbarity has no place in a society striving for progress in 2025.
“As an Anambrian myself, I feel not only ashamed but also deeply heartbroken that such cruelty could happen in 2025, in a society that ought to have advanced beyond such barbarous acts,” he said.
Obi emphasised that no society should condone the abuse or humiliation of its citizens, particularly women and vulnerable people.
“That young girl could have been anyone’s daughter, sister, or even mine. What happened is not only a violation of law and morality, but also a direct assault on our collective humanity,” he stated.
The Labour Party stalwart urged security agencies to ensure the perpetrators are arrested and prosecuted.
Obi further stated, “I call on the relevant authorities to ensure that those responsible are not only apprehended and prosecuted, but also made examples to deter future acts of savagery.”
Beyond the call for prosecution, Obi demanded stronger policies and community safeguards to protect vulnerable people and uphold the dignity of Nigerians.
“Our humanity must always come first. Without it, we are nothing but a people adrift in cruelty,” he warned.
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