Ex-Deputy Senate President Omo-Agege Accuses Delta Govt Of Sponsoring Thugs Who Attacked NDC Rally In Asaba
Senator Ovie Omo-Agege has accused the Delta State government and the APC of sponsoring thugs to attack a peaceful political rally in Asaba. The incident resulted in multiple injuries and one death, raising concerns about political violence ahead of the 2027 elections.
Why it matters
Escalating political violence threatens the stability of the democratic process and the safety of opposition supporters in Nigeria.
The former Deputy Senate President said thousands of residents had gathered peacefully in Asaba to campaign for the 2027 elections, carrying the messages of the NDC presidential candidate Peter Obi and his running mate Rabiu Kwankwaso.
Former Deputy President of the Nigerian Senate, Senator Ovie Omo-Agege, has accused elements within the state government and the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) of sponsoring armed thugs who attacked supporters of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) during a political rally in Asaba on Saturday.
Omo-Agege, in a statement issued on Sunday through his Special Adviser on Strategy and Communications, Godwin Anaughe, said more than 30 vehicles were damaged and over 10 members and supporters of the Obidient/OK Movement were injured during the attack.
He also alleged that the attack was organised by a ‘Keke’ (Commercial tricycle) Task Force/Revenue Collector, but the statement did not provide evidence to substantiate the allegation.
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