Violence Erupts in Delta State Ahead of 2027 Elections

As Nigeria prepares for the 2027 general elections, political violence has intensified, raising concerns about the peaceful conduct of the polls. On November 8, during a one-million-man march in Asaba, Delta State, supporters of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) faced a violent attack, resulting in injuries and damage to campaign vehicles.

Victor Ochei, the NDC candidate for Delta North Senatorial District and former Speaker of the Delta State House of Assembly, accused the All Progressives Congress (APC) of orchestrating the attack. He reported that over 30 campaign buses were destroyed and called for Governor Sheriff Oborevwori to restore order and for security agencies to investigate the incident.

Comrade Flavour Emerue, Delta State Coordinator of the OK Movement, noted that police had been notified prior to the march but were absent during the attack. Ene Obi, ex-Country Director of ActionAid Nigeria, expressed concerns about the hostile political environment and the erosion of democratic principles.