Supporters of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) presidential candidate, Peter Obi, have taken to the streets of Lagos, chanting victory songs after regrouping following an attack by suspected political thugs.
Gists9ja reports that the supporters were attacked on Wednesday during a town hall meeting in the Oregun area of Lagos State.
The suspected attackers, allegedly sponsored by a rival political party, reportedly stormed the meeting venue armed with cutlasses, cudgels and stones.
They disrupted the gathering, forcing participants to flee in different directions for safety.
However, rather than abandon their activities, the supporters regrouped shortly after the incident and moved into the streets, chanting the names of Obi and his running mate, Rabiu Kwankwaso.
The incident comes amid reports of repeated attacks on Obi’s supporters during political rallies and campaign activities across different states ahead of the 2027 general elections.
A few days earlier, supporters of the former Anambra State governor were reportedly attacked in Asaba, Delta State, where one person was said to have been killed and several others injured.
The latest incident has raised further concerns about the safety of political supporters and the conduct of political activities ahead of the 2027 elections.
