Lagos APC condemns attack on NDC members, denies involvement
Lagos APC Denies Involvement in Attack on NDC Members
By Olasunkanmi Akoni
The Lagos State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has condemned the reported attack on members of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) in Ikeja, while refuting claims linking the ruling party to the incident.
In response to allegations regarding the disruption of an NDC political gathering on Thursday, APC State Publicity Secretary Seye Oladejo characterized the claims as unfounded and challenged the opposition party to present credible evidence to security agencies instead of relying on public speculation.
“We consider this allegation not only reckless and baseless but also a desperate attempt to involve Lagos APC in an incident for which no credible evidence has been provided,” Oladejo stated in a press release.
The APC emphasized that the alleged disturbance occurred concurrently with the launch of its 2027 general election campaign in Epe, where party leaders, elected officials, and stakeholders were engaged in mobilizing support.
Oladejo asserted that the party could not have diverted its attention from such a significant event to interfere with an opposition gathering. “For the avoidance of doubt, Lagos APC categorically rejects any insinuation of involvement, direct or indirect, in the alleged disruption,” he said. “We have neither sponsored nor participated in any actions that undermine the rights of any political party or group to assemble and campaign.”
The spokesman further noted that the APC’s status as the governing party does not make it accountable for every breach of public order in the state and described the accusations as “a lazy political reflex that substitutes propaganda for investigation.”
He urged the NDC to provide any credible evidence linking individuals or groups to the incident to the appropriate security agencies. “Serious criminal allegations should not be founded on social media insinuations or political narratives,” he added.
While reiterating the APC’s commitment to peaceful and issue-based campaigns, Oladejo expressed concern over ongoing threats from opposition elements to incite violence. He called on the Lagos State Police Command and the Department of State Services (DSS) to investigate the incident and ensure the maintenance of law and order.
“Political ambition is not a license for lawlessness. Opposition politics should not be an excuse for intimidation and the subversion of democratic institutions,” Oladejo stated. He also urged the NDC to take responsibility for its political environment rather than seeking convenient scapegoats.
