NDC sends strong message amid rising political tensions

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The National Leadership of the Nigeria Democratic Congress, NDC, has declared that nothing will prevent the party from taking part in the 2027 general elections despite what it described as repeated attacks against its members.

The party made its position known in a statement issued late Sunday by its National Publicity Secretary, Osa Director.

The statement followed an alleged attack on NDC members during what the party described as a peaceful grassroots meeting in Obuoffia Ward, Nkanu West Local Government Area of Enugu State.

The NDC condemned the incident as an unprovoked assault and maintained that attempts to intimidate its members would not bring its political activities to an end.

“No one can prevent the NDC from exercising its right to democratic participation in the 2027 general elections,” the statement said.

The party also alleged that similar incidents had occurred in other parts of the South-East, including Imo State, accusing security agencies of failing to take effective action in response to the attacks.

The NDC further alleged that the All Progressives Congress, APC, in Enugu State was uncomfortable with the party’s growing support, although it did not provide evidence to substantiate the claim.

According to the party, the alleged attacks would instead reinforce its determination to mobilise supporters across Nigeria.

“If the goal of those sponsoring these attacks is to instill fear in the hearts of the people, they have failed woefully. This cowardly act will only strengthen our resolve to canvass and mobilise for the party and its candidates,” the statement said.

The party urged security agencies to launch an immediate investigation into the alleged incident in Enugu and ensure that those responsible, including their alleged sponsors, are brought to justice.

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