Niger Nigeria

By Sabiu Abdullahi

The All Progressives Congress (APC) Presidential Campaign Council has condemned the disruption of a town hall meeting organised by the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) in Lagos, urging security agencies to identify and prosecute those responsible.

The council also denounced the growing incidents of violence at political gatherings ahead of the 2027 general elections, warning that such actions could threaten public order and democratic participation.

In a statement issued on Thursday, Dele Alake expressed concern over the attack on the NDC event, where Peter Obi, the party’s presidential candidate, was scheduled to meet supporters.

Daily Trust had reported that suspected thugs invaded the venue and attacked supporters ahead of the meeting.

Alake said the APC campaign council had observed reports of violent incidents at political gatherings in different parts of the country, including Edo, Cross River and Gombe states.

He described the attacks targeting political leaders and supporters, irrespective of party affiliation, as unacceptable.

The statement specifically condemned the disruption of the NDC’s scheduled town hall meeting in Lagos and called on security agencies to strengthen their response to political violence.

It urged the authorities to remain vigilant, prevent further attacks and ensure that those who instigate or participate in political violence are arrested and prosecuted in accordance with the law.

The council also appealed to political parties, candidates and their supporters to exercise restraint as campaigns ahead of the 2027 elections gather momentum.

It stressed that political campaigns should focus on issues capable of improving the lives of Nigerians rather than actions that could provoke violence and create unnecessary tension.

The APC campaign council further urged political actors across party lines to promote peaceful engagement and respect the rights of others to participate in the democratic process.