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Prime Brief Media | June 17, 2026

ABUJA, NIGERIA — Presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), Peter Obi, has indicated that his administration would explore dialogue with bandits and other armed groups willing to renounce violence, saying lasting peace requires engagement with those prepared to change.

Obi argued that a purely military approach has not yielded lasting results and that a combination of force and dialogue is necessary to address the root causes of insecurity. His position has sparked debate, with some critics arguing that negotiating with bandits would encourage criminality.

Key Facts

• Peter Obi: NDC presidential candidate
• Position: Open to dialogue with bandits willing to renounce violence
• Argument: Peace requires engagement