NDC Accuses Edo Government and APC of Intimidation

The Edo State chapter of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) has accused the Edo State Government and the All Progressives Congress (APC) of intimidating its members in the lead-up to the 2027 elections. During a press conference in Benin City, Andrew Yakubu, the Edo State Obi-Kwakwanso Campaign Director General, condemned the alleged harassment and violence against NDC members, which reportedly includes arrests, threats, and attacks on campaign premises.

The NDC claimed that over the past six weeks, there have been numerous incidents of disrupted meetings and vandalism of political materials, including billboards and posters. The party also expressed concern over threats to traditional leaders and youth groups to prevent them from associating with the NDC.

Specific incidents included gunfire directed at members of the Africa Democratic Congress during a gathering in Igueben, vandalism of the NDC campaign office in Oredo, and threats from local government chairmen. The NDC called for investigations into these allegations and emphasized their commitment to exercising their constitutional rights.