In Port Harcourt, Rivers State, hundreds of people have taken to the streets to protest against the upcoming local government election set for October 5. The protesters, who are members of both the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and the All Progressives Congress (APC), gathered at the PDP Secretariat, holding placards and banners to express their concerns.

The protest started at the PDP Secretariat in Port Harcourt, with the crowd marching along the popular Azikiwe Road towards the Government House. They were voicing their opposition to the election, calling for it to be postponed or reconsidered. Their main concern was over fairness and transparency in the election process, which they believe may not be properly addressed if the election moves forward as scheduled.

As the protest grew, security forces were quickly deployed to keep the peace and monitor the situation. Heavy security patrol vans could be seen across the city, ensuring the protest remained non-violent and peaceful.

Despite the peaceful nature of the protest, the turnout was massive, showing just how significant the issue is to both political parties involved. As the October 5 election date approaches, it remains to be seen how the government will respond to the concerns raised by these protesters and what impact it may have on the election process.

This protest is just one part of the growing tension in Rivers State as political stakeholders continue to debate the legitimacy and fairness of the local government election.