‘I Might Not Be Alive’ — Peter Obi Alleges Threats to His Life, Accuses Government of Targeting Him

Former presidential candidate of the Nigerian Democratic Congress (NDC), Peter Obi, has alleged that his life is under threat, claiming he is being deliberately targeted and frustrated by the Federal Government.

Obi made the remarks during an interview on a podcast hosted by media entrepreneur Chude Jideonwo, where he expressed concerns about what he described as persistent attempts to undermine his activities and deny him benefits he is entitled to.

According to the former presidential candidate, the alleged pressure against him has intensified, prompting fears that his safety could be at risk if the situation continues.

“The way they are going now, I might not be alive. I’m telling you every single thing I do for a living, this government is frustrating it deliberately,” Obi said.

He further claimed that although there may not be direct actions against him, he believes the government’s influence can be seen in challenges he encounters in his daily activities.

“Everything, so there’s even a possibility if they have opportunity I will not be alive. I get frustrations every day because you do things that you may think may be normal—it is not normal. They won’t come directly and say, ‘Oh, we are doing this,’ but you could see their hand in eventually everything,” he stated.

Obi also alleged that the government was not only targeting him but extending similar treatment to other Nigerians, claiming he had been denied services and privileges he was entitled to receive.

“The government is attacking everybody. I am being attacked personally. Even to provide me with things I am entitled to—not at all,” he added.

The remarks come amid heightened political tensions ahead of the 2027 general elections. As of the time of filing this report, the Federal Government had not issued an official response to Obi’s allegations.