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Supporters of the Nigerian Democratic Congress (NDC) were attacked by suspected political thugs during a rally in the Oregun area of Ikeja, Lagos State, on Thursday.
The incident occurred along Kudirat Abiola Way during a town hall meeting organised as part of the party’s campaign activities ahead of the 2027 elections.
The gathering was organised in support of the NDC presidential candidate, Peter Obi, and its Lagos State governorship candidate, Funsho Doherty.
The attackers reportedly disrupted the event, leaving several participants injured and forcing others to flee for safety.
Eyewitness accounts indicated that the suspected thugs stormed the venue carrying cutlasses, sticks and stones before launching attacks on the supporters.
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Obi was reportedly absent when the incident occurred.
The attackers were said to have demanded money from the rally organisers and participants for holding the gathering. They allegedly turned violent after their demands were rejected.
A police source, who spoke on condition of anonymity, confirmed the incident but faulted the organisers for allegedly failing to notify security agencies before holding the rally.
“Yes, it happened. However, it’s unfortunate that the organisers did not inform the security agencies of their rally,” the source said.
