Panic erupted in Lagos on Thursday after suspected thugs disrupted a Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) town hall meeting in the Oregun area of the state, attacking party supporters in attendance.
Brandishing stones, cutlasses, and cudgels, the assailants stormed the venue while the gathering was actively underway.
Reports indicate that the attackers forced their way into the hall, halting the proceedings and forcing participants to flee for safety.
In the ensuing chaos, chairs and personal belongings were scattered across the venue as numerous supporters ran in different directions to escape the assault.
At the time of filing this report, it remained unconfirmed whether anyone sustained injuries during the attack or if police had made any arrests.
The incident marks the latest in a series of violent disruptions reported at gatherings linked to the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) ahead of the 2027 general elections.
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Backstory…
The attack comes amid growing reports of political violence and intimidation targeting opposition parties and their supporters across Nigeria as preparations for the 2027 general elections gather momentum.
In recent weeks, political activities involving the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), in particular, have been disrupted by suspected thugs in several states.
In early November, supporters of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) were attacked in Calabar, Cross River State, during Peter Obi’s visit, leaving several people injured and vehicles damaged.
Days later, an NDC procession in Asaba, Delta State, was disrupted by suspected armed thugs, leaving one person dead, several others injured and campaign vehicles destroyed.
The Centre for Democracy and Development (CDD-West Africa) has raised the alarm over escalating political violence, citing attacks on NDC and African Action Congress (AAC) candidates and supporters, alongside other disruptions to campaign activities.
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