We have observed the recent spate of violent attacks at political gatherings in parts of the country. The reported attacks in Edo, Cross River, Gombe and other violence targeted at party supporters and political leaders across party lines are condemnable.
Our campaign strongly condemns the disruption of today’s scheduled town hall meeting of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) in Lagos.
As we proceed with the electioneering campaign, political parties, politicians and supporters must restrain themselves and avoid acts that could create needless crisis and public disorder.
We call on the security agencies to be more responsive and alert in preventing political violence of any type and ensure instigators and perpetrators are apprehended and punished in accordance with the law.
Political parties and candidates are enjoined to campaign on issues that uplift the lives of Nigerians and not to instigate violence at political events.
*Dele Alake
Spokesperson
APC Presidential Campaign Council
