PDP's Sir Arthur Javis Archibong Condemns Violent Attacks

On October 2, 2026, the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) reported coordinated gun attacks on its consultative meetings in Calabar South Local Government Area, resulting in three injuries and damage to several vehicles. The first incident occurred at the Palace of the Paramount Ruler of South, where gunmen disrupted a meeting, injuring three attendees who were later hospitalized.

The second attack targeted the African Club along Calabar Road, where the PDP convoy was fired upon, leading to vandalism of supporters' vehicles. Sir Arthur Javis Archibong, the party's governorship candidate, stated that approximately 3,000 supporters attended the consultations and emphasized the party's decision to refrain from retaliating, opting instead to seek police protection.

The PDP plans to formally petition the Inspector-General of Police and other security agencies regarding these attacks. PDP State Publicity Secretary Mike Ojisi described the incidents as "disturbing attacks," while the All Progressives Congress (APC) denied any involvement.

The Cross River State Police Command confirmed the incidents and assured that the situation was under control.