The presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress, NDC, in the 2027 general elections, Peter Obi, has decried the kidnapping of worshippers in Enugu, lamenting that "Disruption of Worship Centres now a National Calamity."

Obi expressed deep dismay by the recent abduction of worshippers in Enugu. According to him, "it is profoundly distressing that fellow Nigerians, who had come together in divine worship seeking solace and hope, have endured such a traumatic and criminal ordeal."

He expressed that it is increasingly clear that kidnapping is no longer an isolated incident affecting specific states like Borno, Benue, Plateau, Zamfara, or Katsina; but has escalated into a national crisis, threatening every Nigerian, regardless of their ethnic background, religious beliefs, or regional origins.

Obi cautioned that no part of the country should be a place where citizens live in constant fear of attending religious services, pursuing education, engaging in work, or even resting in their own homes.

The NDC presidential candidate declared: "This is a critical moment for Nigeria to come together as one nation. Security concerns must go beyond partisan politics, tribal loyalties, or religious differences. It is a collective national duty that requires unity, urgency, and decisive action.

"I call on all relevant security agencies to intensify their efforts to ensure the safe return of the abducted persons and to swiftly apprehend and bring to justice those responsible. Beyond this incident, we must, as a nation, dedicate ourselves to eradicating this menace through all legitimate means.

"The inviolability of human life must remain the highest priority for any government. We cannot accept these tragedies as a new normal. Every Nigerian life is invaluable, and every possible measure must be taken to protect it.

"Despite the threats, a new Nigeria is possible with God on our side. -PO"