APC Demands Arrest Of Those Behind Attacks On Political Gatherings

The All Progressives Congress (APC) Presidential Campaign Council has called on security agencies to arrest and prosecute those responsible for attacks on political gatherings across the country.

The council condemned the reported attacks in Edo, Cross River and Gombe states, as well as other acts of violence targeting political leaders and supporters across party lines.

It also condemned the disruption of the scheduled town hall meeting of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) in Lagos on Thursday.

In a statement issued on Thursday, November 12, 2026, the spokesperson of the APC Presidential Campaign Council, Dele Alake, urged security agencies to intensify efforts to prevent political violence and ensure that those behind the attacks were brought to justice.

The council said it had observed a recent rise in violent incidents at political gatherings in different parts of the country, describing the development as condemnable.

It warned political parties, politicians and their supporters against actions capable of triggering unnecessary crises and public disorder as electioneering activities gather momentum.

“As we proceed with the electioneering campaign, political parties, politicians, and supporters must restrain themselves and avoid acts that could create needless crisis and public disorder,” the statement said.

The APC campaign council urged security agencies to be more responsive and vigilant in preventing all forms of political violence.

It also called for the apprehension and punishment of instigators and perpetrators in accordance with the law.

The council further appealed to political parties and candidates to focus their campaigns on issues that would improve the lives of Nigerians rather than engage in activities capable of inciting violence at political events.

It stressed the need for restraint and responsible political conduct to ensure peaceful electioneering across the country.