Supporters of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) presidential candidate, Peter Obi, have taken to the streets of Lagos, chanting victory songs despite an attack on their campaign meeting by suspected political thugs.
The incident occurred on Wednesday during a town hall meeting in the Oregun area of Lagos State, where suspected political thugs allegedly sponsored by a rival political party reportedly invaded the venue.
According to reports, the attackers were armed with cutlasses, cudgels and stones. They allegedly disrupted the gathering, forcing participants to flee for safety.
However, rather than abandon their political activities, Obi’s supporters regrouped shortly after the attack and returned to the streets, chanting the names of the former Anambra State governor and his running mate, Rabiu Kwankwaso.
The supporters’ reaction came amid growing concerns over alleged attacks on political gatherings since the commencement of campaigns ahead of the 2027 general elections.
Reports indicate that Obi’s supporters have faced repeated attacks by suspected political thugs during rallies and other campaign activities across several states.
A few days before the Lagos incident, supporters of the presidential candidate were reportedly attacked in Asaba, the Delta State capital. The incident allegedly left one person dead, while several others sustained injuries.
The latest attack has renewed concerns about the safety of political supporters and the need to protect democratic participation as political activities intensify ahead of the 2027 elections.
Watch the video of Peter Obi’s supporters chanting victory songs in Lagos after the alleged attack.
