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Peter Obi Condemns Call for Violence by Nigerian Woman in Canada
Former Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has expressed strong disapproval of the recent comments made by a Nigerian woman living in Canada, identified as Amaka Sunnberger. Sunnberger, in a controversial TikTok video, allegedly called for violence and the poisoning of Yoruba and Edo people, sparking widespread outrage.
In response, Obi took to the social media platform X (formerly Twitter) to denounce the statements, emphasizing the importance of national unity.
He stressed that tribalism and hatred should not be allowed to sow division among Nigerians, especially at a time when the country is facing significant challenges that require collective action.
Obi wrote, “I firmly condemn the hateful remarks and actions allegedly made by a Nigerian woman in Canada against fellow Nigerians from different ethnic backgrounds. Comments that foster division have no place in our society.”
He went on to urge Nigerians to focus on common issues rather than allowing themselves to be divided along ethnic lines.
“As Nigerians, we must come together to tackle our shared problems. Let’s not allow hatred or tribalism to create unnecessary rifts among us,” he stated.
The former presidential candidate reiterated his long-standing position against tribal, religious, and political division in the country.
“I have always stood against the polarization of Nigeria, whether it’s through tribalism, religious sentiments, or political partisanship,” he said.
Obi further questioned the usefulness of such divisive rhetoric, asking what benefits it brings to the nation.
“What do we, as a people, gain from tribal or religious discrimination? Does it help solve our pressing health and education challenges? Does it lift our people out of poverty? Does it lower the prices of basic commodities like bread, rice, garri, or yam?” he asked, calling for introspection on how Nigerians approach these sensitive issues.
His remarks serve as a reminder that in times of difficulty, unity and understanding are critical to addressing the challenges that Nigeria faces, rather than allowing ethnic and religious differences to tear the nation apart.
The Chairman of Gboko Local Government Area of Benue State, Torseer Yina, has imposed a dusk-to-dawn curfew in the ancient town.
The curfew takes effect from Thursday, October 8, 2026, following unrest and violent protests in the area.
According to reports, the action was taken to contain the unrest and violent protests by members of BEMOA following the death of one of its members by unknown gunmen.
The protest, which was reportedly hijacked by hoodlums, turned violent after an angry mob burnt two vehicles belonging to the Benue State Civil Protection Guards.
The Gboko council chairman said the curfew takes effect immediately and warned that anyone caught flouting the order or breaching public peace would be decisively dealt with.
Nine people have died in a fatal road crash along the Ijebu-Ode-Benin Expressway in Ogun State.
The crash occurred on Monday at about 4:55pm around the Bethel area along the Ijebu-Ode/Ore axis of the expressway. It involved a white Toyota Hiace commercial bus belonging to Delta Line and a white Sino truck operated by Bill Gas Solution Ltd.
According to the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), all nine people involved in the crash, comprising three males and six females, died in the incident.
The FRSC said the crash occurred while it was raining and the road was wet, with preliminary investigations identifying speed violation as the probable cause.
The FRSC rescue team arrived at the scene shortly after receiving the report, while the bodies of the victims were taken to the General Hospital Morgue in Ijebu-Ode.
The Ogun State Sector Commander, Oludare Ogunjobi, urged motorists, especially commercial drivers, to obey speed limits and exercise extra caution when driving in the rain.
Minister of Education, Dr Tunji Alausa, speaks on the role and importance of teachers in the world to celebrate Teachers’ Day today.
He spoke on technology and its advancement and shared that while it is going well, teachers can never be replaced.
“These tools can help teachers reach learners and tailor instruction, but the judgement, encouragement and human connection of a skilled teacher remain indispensable,” he said.
“Every doctor, engineer, scientist, entrepreneur and public servant has benefited from a teacher and could not have become what they are today without teachers,” the minister said.
“When we honour teachers, we honour the people who make every other profession possible.”
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