ADC Leaders Demand Probe into Igueben Attack Incident

Kenneth Imasuangbon, a former Edo State governorship aspirant and chieftain of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), along with the party’s Edo Central senatorial candidate, Hon. Herberta Okonofua, submitted a petition to the police and the Department of State Services (DSS) regarding an alleged armed attack on their entourage in Igueben Local Government Area, Edo State, on October 6, 2026. The petition, dated October 8, 2026, was addressed to Edo State Commissioner of Police, Patrick Daor, and copied to Inspector-General of Police, Tunji Disu.

The petitioners reported that an ADC supporter, Jerry Oliha, suffered serious gunshot injuries and required urgent medical attention at Irrua Specialist Hospital. They also noted the destruction of campaign materials during the incident.

The petition called for an investigation into two Sienna buses allegedly involved in the attack, whose number plates were reportedly removed. The petitioners urged for the preservation of evidence and requested adequate security for their political activities, emphasizing their commitment to constitutional means.