By Inuwa Danladi
Some chieftains of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), including former presidential candidate Peter Obi and former national chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), John Odigie-Oyegun, were reportedly attacked by suspected political thugs during a political gathering in Edo State.
The incident occurred during a meeting of ADC leaders and supporters in Benin City, where the assailants allegedly stormed the venue and disrupted the event, causing panic among party members.
Eyewitnesses said the attackers threw objects and attempted to assault some of the political figures present before security personnel and supporters intervened to restore order.
Although Peter Obi and John Odigie-Oyegun were not harmed, the attack reportedly left some party supporters with minor injuries, while the meeting was briefly halted as the dignitaries were escorted to safety.
Leaders of the African Democratic Congress condemned the incident, describing it as an attempt to intimidate opposition voices and disrupt democratic activities in the state.
They called on security agencies to investigate the attack and ensure that those responsible are brought to justice, stressing that political violence threatens the nation’s democratic process.
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