On Saturday, a one‑million‑person rally organised by the National Democratic Coalition (NDC) in Asaba was violently attacked by unknown political thugs, according to the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN). The assault left one person dead and many others with serious injuries.
The Delta State government and the All Progressives Congress (APC) condemned the attack on the NDC gathering and called for an independent investigation into the incident. Both parties urged authorities to identify and prosecute those responsible for the violence.
Asaba, the capital of Delta State, has long been a focal point for political mobilisation in the region. The NDC’s rally, which drew an estimated one million participants, was intended to showcase the party’s growing support base.
Details about the perpetrators remain scarce, with no group claiming responsibility. The attack has heightened concerns about political violence ahead of upcoming elections in the country.
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