By Our Reporter
The All Progressives Congress (APC) Presidential Campaign Council has condemned the recent attacks on political gatherings in parts of the country, calling on security agencies to arrest and prosecute those responsible.
The council specifically condemned reported attacks in Edo, Cross River, and Gombe states, as well as violence targeting party supporters and political leaders across party lines.
It also denounced the disruption of a scheduled town hall meeting of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) in Lagos on Thursday, describing the incident as condemnable.
In a statement issued on Thursday, November 12, the council’s spokesperson, Dele Alake, urged political parties, politicians and their supporters to exercise restraint as electioneering activities gather momentum, warning against actions capable of triggering crises and public disorder.
The council called on security agencies to remain vigilant and strengthen efforts to prevent political violence while ensuring that those who instigate or perpetrate attacks are apprehended and punished in accordance with the law.
It further urged 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.
The council stressed the need for peaceful political engagement and responsible conduct by all stakeholders as the country moves towards the next general election.
