P eter Obi has condemned the attacks on members of the Nigeria Democratic Congress and the Obidient Movement in Delta State. In a statement, Obi said he was saddened and disturbed by the reports. He said the victims were coordinators, supporters and ordinary citizens who were only carrying out their democratic rights. He said violence has no place in democracy and can never be justified. No political ambition, he said, is worth the life of any Nigerian. Disagreements, he added, should never lead to threats, beatings or destruction of property. Obi said it was worrying that at a time Nigeria needs responsible leaders, some people still think power can be won through thuggery and fear. Power, he said, should be won by convincing voters and earning their trust. He asked the government and security agencies to investigate the attacks quickly and thoroughly, arrest those behind them and make them face the law, no matter their party. He also said the safety of party members must be protected...