Former presidential candidate Peter Obi has reacted to the detention of Quadri Yusuf, the young boy who trended in 2023 for standing in front of his campaign convoy in Lagos in 2023.

The boy was reportedly arrested and detained on the accusation of being a thief and troublemaker.

Reacting, Obi said he has contacted a lawyer to help fight for Yusuf, just as he urged the police to always operate within the law and rules.

He said on X, "After delivering my speech at the Commonwealth event in London today, I was made aware of the predicament of a young boy named Quadri Yusuf Alabi, who has been detained for over three months without trial, appeared in court for the first time in March, and still remains held in custody.

"I have contacted a lawyer, Barrister Inibehe Effiong, who, luckily, has been actively working to intensify his release.

"I sincerely appeal to the police and other agents of the government to always operate within the law and the rules and stop the weaponizing citizens, especially our youths, who need our care and love to unleash their talents and energy towards building a new Nigeria that is possible. -PO."

ASA