Thugs Attack NDC Town Hall Meeting in Lagos

Suspected political thugs attacked a Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) town hall meeting in the Oregun area of Ikeja, Lagos, on Thursday, November 12, 2026. The assault began around 8 a.m. as supporters prepared for the arrival of presidential candidate Peter Obi and running mate Rabiu Kwankwaso. Approximately 50 attackers arrived in five commercial buses armed with guns, cutlasses, axes, and machetes, scattering chairs and forcing participants to flee.

Reports on the aftermath vary. Ward F Chairman Olamilekan Olayiwola reported four injuries and the theft of mobile phones, while eyewitness Isaac Obasi claimed five people were injured and 10 vehicles were damaged. During the confrontation, NDC supporters resisted by throwing chairs and apprehended one suspect. Violence extended to Kudirat Abiola Way, where police and Department of State Services operatives fired warning shots to disperse the crowd.

The NDC accused the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) of promoting "barbaric politics" and attempting to undermine democracy. The APC denied any involvement, stating that party leadership was attending a campaign launch in Epe at the time of the attack. The Lagos State Police Command, which initially stated it had not been informed of the rally, is currently investigating the incident.