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Wants attack investigated
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From Adesuwa Tsan, Abuja
The Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) has condemned the attack on its supporters by suspected political thugs during a town hall meeting in Lagos on Thursday, vowing not to be intimidated or prevented from exercising its democratic rights.
It described the incident as an assault on democracy and citizens’ fundamental rights, alleging that the violence was part of a calculated attempt to intimidate Nigerians and discourage them from participating in the 2027 general elections.
In a statement issued by its national campaign council spokesperson, Dr Chiogo Ikokwu, the NDC demanded an immediate investigation into the attack and the arrest and prosecution of those responsible.
The party also sympathised with those injured in the incident, wishing them a speedy and full recovery.
It said, “No political party or group has a monopoly on Nigeria, and no one has the right to use violence, intimidation or thuggery to silence opposing voices.
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“Nigeria is not a conquered territory, and political participation is not a crime.”
The NDC warned those behind the attack against assuming that violence would weaken its supporters or undermine the people’s determination to demand political change, saying, “Those who believe they can intimidate Nigerians into silence must understand that democracy belongs to the people, not to political thugs and their sponsors.”
The NDC further alleged that the attack was part of an attempt to spread fear and discourage voters ahead of the 2027 elections, insisting that such efforts would fail.
It urged Nigerians to turn out in large numbers during the elections and vote for the Obi/Kwankwaso presidential ticket, describing the move as part of a peaceful demand for accountable leadership and a new direction for the country.
“The people’s determination to reclaim their democratic voice will be stronger than any threat. The NDC and its supporters will not be silenced or bullied out of exercising their democratic rights,” it said.
