PDP and APC Blame Each Other After Attack in Calabar
On Friday, an attack disrupted the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) consultative meetings in Calabar South Local Government Area, leading to accusations between the PDP and the All Progressives Congress (APC). The PDP reported that gunmen invaded two venues, injuring three individuals and vandalizing vehicles belonging to party members.
Prince Mike Ojisi, the PDP State Publicity Secretary, condemned the violence and called for the arrest of those responsible, urging party supporters to remain calm. Sir Arthur Javis-Archibong, the PDP governorship candidate, detailed that the first incident occurred at the palace of the Paramount Ruler of Calabar South, Etubom Nyong Edet Okon I, and the second at the African Club, where gunfire was reported.
Javis-Archibong stated that approximately 3,000 supporters attended the meetings and that the party had informed the police for adequate security. The APC, represented by its publicity secretary Emmanuel Inyang, denied any involvement, stating that the ruling party was focused on its own activities.
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