Edo: Tinubu, Save Nigeria’s Democracy From Violence — Punch Editorial
Tension is rising in Edo State after gunmen attacked the convoy of Peter Obi during a political visit to Benin City. The incident has sparked serious concern about safety ahead of the 2027 elections. Though Obi and other leaders escaped unharmed, the attack has deepened fears about growing political violence. The situation has also brought […]
Benin attack: ‘Anyone in those vehicles would’ve died’ – Akpata narrates how Peter Obi, others escaped death
Former Edo State LP governorship candidate Olumide Akpata has revealed how he and other ADC leaders, including Peter Obi, narrowly escaped death during a violent attack in Benin City. The motorcade was targeted by suspected assassins during Akpata’s declaration into the African Democratic Congress (ADC). Akpata explained that timely intelligence prompted them to move quickly […]
Thugs attack Edo ADC secretariat, 24 hours after Jarret Tenebe, APC chairman’s threat
Suspected political thugs on Tuesday attacked the Edo State secretariat of the Action Democratic Congress (ADC), barely 24 hours after a warning by the state chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Jarret Tenebe. The incident reportedly happened shortly after party leaders received Barrister Olumide Akpata at the venue. Prominent figures including Peter Obi, Chief […]
Rivers: Thugs disrupt Arise News Live program as Wike-Fubara tension heightens
Thugs reportedly disrupted a live broadcast of Arise News as tensions continue to escalate between Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, and FCT Minister Nyesom Wike. The incident occurred during a program discussing recent political developments in the state. The attackers allegedly stormed the studio, forcing the program to be temporarily halted. Media personnel confirmed that […]
PDP condemns alleged assault, public humiliation of Obaseki’s cousin in Benin
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has condemned the alleged assault, public humiliation, and forced stripping of Dr. Pedro Agbonifo Obaseki, a cousin of former Edo State Governor Godwin Obaseki. The party described the incident as a deliberate act of political violence and accused supporters of the All Progressives Congress (APC) of carrying out the attack. […]
Zamfara lawmaker escapes death as constituents attack him over poor performance
A lawmaker from Zamfara State narrowly escaped death after he was attacked by angry constituents who accused him of poor performance in office. The incident reportedly happened when the politician visited his constituency, where residents confronted him over what they described as years of neglect and unfulfilled promises. Eyewitnesses said the situation quickly turned violent […]
‘Political terrorism’ – Aregbesola, ex-dep gov condemn burning of Ekiti ADC office
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has condemned the attack and burning of its secretariat in Ado-Ekiti, describing it as a direct assault on democracy and political freedom. According to reports, residents and ADC members woke up on Tuesday to find the party’s office completely razed, with chairs, sound systems, and other equipment destroyed. Hours later, […]
Burning Of Our Ekiti Office Shows APC Jittery Over ADC Popularity – Abdullahi
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has strongly condemned the burning of its state office in Ado-Ekiti, calling it a politically motivated attack meant to silence the opposition. The party described the act as “criminal and cowardly,” insisting that such violence only proves the ruling party’s fear of growing opposition support in the state. In a […]
Burning of our Ekiti office shows APC jittery over ADC popularity – Abdullahi
The National Chairman of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Ralph Okey Nwosu Abdullahi, has accused the All Progressives Congress (APC) of being behind the recent burning of the ADC office in Ekiti State. He claimed the attack was politically motivated and showed that the ruling party was afraid of ADC’s growing popularity in the state. […]
Tell Femi Onigbogi Not To Come Out, He Will Be Killed – Osun Ex-Lawmaker Threatens
A former lawmaker in Osun State has sparked outrage after allegedly threatening to kill Femi Onigbogi, warning him not to come out in public. In a viral audio clip making the rounds on social media, the ex-lawmaker was heard saying that Onigbogi would be killed if he showed up anywhere. The threat has raised serious […]