Thugs Disrupt NDC Rally in Lagos, Leaving Supporters Injured

A political rally for the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) in Oregun, Lagos, turned chaotic on Thursday when armed thugs invaded the event. The rally was meant to welcome the party’s presidential candidate, Peter Obi, and his running mate, Rabiu Kwankwanso.

Witnesses reported that around 50 suspected thugs arrived in five buses, armed with various weapons including guns and machetes. The attack began around 8 a.m., just as supporters were gathering for the event.

Olamilekan Olayiwola, the Ward F Chairman and security coordinator for the rally, described the scene. He stated that the thugs threatened attendees and began attacking them, leading to a stampede as people tried to escape. Four party members were injured during the clash, and several others reported stolen mobile phones.

Despite the chaos, there were only two operatives from the Department of State Services (DSS) present, who fired warning shots to disperse the attackers. Olayiwola criticized the lack of police presence at the event, urging political leaders and security agencies to improve safety measures for future political gatherings.

As the situation unfolded, more than 20 armed police officers arrived at the scene, while supporters continued to wait for the arrival of Obi and Kwankwanso.