Supporters of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) on Thursday confronted suspected thugs who invaded the venue of the party’s townhall meeting in Oregun, Lagos State.
The incident occurred at Classic Event Place, where the party’s presidential candidate, Peter Obi, was expected to address supporters alongside his running mate, Senator Rabiu Kwankwaso.
The suspected attackers, reportedly armed with cutlasses and cudgels, stormed the venue, causing panic as some attendees fled for safety.
However, some supporters resisted the invasion by throwing chairs at the attackers. Others, dressed in blue shirts and white fez caps, later chased the suspected thugs out of the hall.
One of the alleged attackers was reportedly caught at the car park and surrounded by angry supporters, who assaulted him with sticks.
The confrontation subsequently spilled onto Kudirat Abiola Way, a major road in the area, disrupting movement.
Police officers fired shots into the air in an attempt to disperse the crowd and restore order.
As of the time of filing this report, neither Obi nor Kwankwaso had arrived at the venue.
Further details of the incident were still emerging.
