The Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) called for an immediate investigation into an alleged attack on its Lagos supporters, saying it was intended to deter participation in Nigeria’s 2027 general election, BusinessDay reported.
Chiogo Constance Ikokwu, who speaks for the NDC National Campaign Council, issued the party’s account in an Abuja statement Thursday, Nov. 12. The NDC said suspected political thugs were allegedly responsible for an attack during a Lagos town hall meeting.
Ikokwu urged authorities to identify those responsible, arrest them and prosecute them. She also expressed sympathy for supporters who were hurt and wished them a full recovery.
Ikokwu alleged the incident was an effort to frighten Nigerians and discourage voting. She warned against political violence in some states and said the party and its supporters would continue exercising their political rights.
She urged Nigerians to take part in the 2027 election and support Peter Obi, the NDC’s presidential candidate, and Kwankwaso.
