Thugs attack NDC members in Enugu
Police said an investigation was ordered after supporters were shot at, tear-gassed and beaten during the party’s campaign flag-off.
- On Saturday, suspected thugs attacked Nigeria Democratic Congress supporters at Akanu Ibiam International Airport in Enugu State while they gathered to welcome governorship candidate Christian Chinyeaka Ohaa.
- Supporters reported shooting and tear gas during the disruption, with one claiming, "They are shooting teargas at us. This is under the watch of the police and army." Violence subsequently spread to the party's secretariat in Enugu.
- This incident follows an alleged attack by "state-sponsored thugs" on NDC members during a September 12, 2026, meeting in Obuoffia Ward, Nkanu West Local Government Area, where eight members sustained gunshot injuries.
- Enugu State Police Command spokesperson Daniel Ndukwe did not respond to inquiries regarding the attacks, though the command confirmed an investigation into the disruption has been ordered.
- The violence raised concerns about political safety ahead of the 2027 general elections as supporters chanted, "The All Progressives Congress, APC, must go. Tinubu must go," while the NDC pledged to continue its electoral participation.
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Chaos As Thugs Attack Nigeria democratic congress (NDC) Supporters At Enugu Airport Despite Police Presence
The incident raises fresh concerns about the safety of opposition party members and the freedom of political groups to organise and participate in democratic activities without intimidation.Chaos erupted at the Akanu Ibiam International Airport in Enugu State on Saturday after thugs attacked members and supporters of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) who had gathered to welcome the party’s governorship candidate in the state, Christian Chiny…
Thugs attack NDC members in Enugu
There was tension at the Akanu Ibiam International Airport, Enugu, on Saturday when thugs reportedly attacked members of the Nigeria Democratic Congress, NDC. The NDC members were said to have gone to the airport to welcome their governorship candidate before the incident occurred. This is coming barely one month after the NDC alleged that “state-sponsored […] Thugs attack NDC members in Enugu
‘Anarchy Will Consume Everybody’ – Peter Obi Breaks Silence on Enugu NDC Attack
Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) presidential candidate Peter Obi has condemned the recent attack on party supporters in Enugu State, warning that anarchy consumes everyone when it takes hold.In a video shared on X, Obi expressed anger over the incident and urged those responsible to desist from such acts. He also revealed that several of his scheduled engagements in different states were cancelled after those who invited him reportedly receive…
Tension In Enugu As NDC Supporters Allegedly Face Attack - NewsTmes.com.ng
Tension arose in Enugu on Saturday during a gathering for the National Democratic Congress (NDC). Supporters of the NDC clashed with thugs who attacked them while welcoming the party’s governorship candidate. Reports indicate that the supporters retaliated against the attackers, leading to chaos at the event. Tension reportedly erupted in Enugu on Saturday afternoon after …
When Anarchy Comes, It Consumes Everybody - Peter Obi Reacts To Attack On NDC Supporters
The presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), Peter Obi, has condemned the attack on supporters of the party in Enugu State, warning that political violence could have serious consequences for everyone.
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