DSS Denies Detaining Peter Obi And His Wife, Claims Aide

DSS Denies Detaining Peter Obi And His Wife, Claims Aide

The media adviser to Peter Obi, the Labour Party’s 2023 presidential candidate, Val Obienyem, has debunked rumors claiming that Obi was arrested by the Department of State Services (DSS) at his home in Anambra State.

In a statement issued on Tuesday, September 10, Obienyem labeled the report as false and unfounded. He noted that while the rumor initially emerged on Saturday, it had already been refuted, yet it continued to circulate.

Obienyem clarified that Obi was not in Anambra State during the alleged incident. “On Saturday, Mr. Obi was in Rwanda for important engagements. He has since returned to Nigeria and is currently in Edo State, where he is engaged in party and national activities. There was no DSS operation at his residence, and no arrest occurred.”

The statement also dismissed claims of Obi’s wife being arrested as a fabrication designed to mislead and create unnecessary anxiety among his supporters.

Obienyem urged the public to ignore these false claims and remain cautious about misinformation, emphasizing that any official updates concerning Mr. Obi will be communicated through appropriate channels. He reaffirmed that Obi will maintain his focus on national commitments, while his team will continue to provide accurate updates on his activities.