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Political Violence
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Imo State APP denounces alleged attack on NDC town hall gathering
The Action Peoples Party in Imo State is calling for accountability following the reported violent disruption of a town hall meeting organized by the Nigeria Democratic Congress.
Imo State ADC Denounces Assault on NDC Gathering
The African Democratic Congress has condemned a violent attack by armed thugs on an NDC meeting in Owerri, calling for law enforcement to identify the culprits and pursue justice.
Kano Civil Society Coalition Expresses Alarm Over Surging Political Violence
A coalition of civil society groups in Kano has called for an immediate suspension of political rallies, citing a dangerous rise in gang-related violence and 10 fatal incidents occurring in early 2026.
Osun Gubernatorial Election: Rival Campaign Councils Trade Blame Over Political Killings
Ahead of the August 15 Osun governorship election, the APC and the Accord Party have appealed to the Inspector-General of Police to investigate opposing sides for alleged political killings and misconduct.
Osun Police Apprehend Suspect Linked to Teenager’s Death Amid Political Unrest
Osun State Police have arrested Kareem Saheed following the death of a 14-year-old boy during political clashes in Ilobu, while the suspect claims he is being framed.
Amaechi claims politicians endanger INEC staff by seizing result sheets
ADC vice-presidential candidate Rotimi Amaechi warns that politicians are endangering electoral staff by stealing result sheets at the unit level and encourages voters to monitor the counting process closely.
Osun APC Chieftain Olatunbosun Oyintiloye Dismisses Links to Election Violence
Olatunbosun Oyintiloye of the Osun APC asserts that his party does not employ violence for electoral gains and denies any connection to recent political unrest in the state.
Osun APC Leader Rejects Links to Political Unrest, Blames Desperate Opponents
A prominent APC member in Osun, Olatunbosun Oyintiloye, has denied claims that his party is involved in rising political violence, blaming the situation on desperate political rivals instead.
Political Violence Erupts in Osun: APC Member Shot and Ilesa Residents Kidnapped
Violence intensifies in Osun as an APC member is shot by suspected opposition supporters and two Ilesa residents are abducted by alleged pro-APC thugs, prompting a stern police crackdown.
APC Supporter Shot in Osogbo Ahead of Osun 2026 Polls
An APC member was shot in Osogbo by suspected political thugs, prompting the police to launch an investigation and a series of security operations ahead of the upcoming governorship election.