The Delta State All Progressives Congress (APC) Campaign Council has strongly condemned the violence that erupted during the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) political procession along Nnebisi Road, Asaba, on Saturday, November 7, 2026.
In a statement issued by the Chairman of the Media Committee, Hon. Charles Aniagwu, the Council expressed sadness over reports of loss of life, injuries and destruction of property arising from the incident.
“Our thoughts and sympathies are with the family of the deceased, those injured and everyone affected by this regrettable development. No political ambition or disagreement is worth the life of any citizen, and no political contest should ever degenerate into violence,” the statement said.
The Council demanded an impartial investigation into the development, insisting that political disagreements must not degenerate into intimidation, violence or destruction of property.
“It is important to reiterate that, from the very outset of our political mobilisation, particularly at the inauguration of the Delta State APC Campaign Council, our leadership made an unequivocal commitment to peaceful, responsible and issue-based campaigns. That commitment remains unwavering. Our campaign philosophy is anchored on presenting our achievements, programmes, vision and policy alternatives to the good people of Delta State, and we have no intention of deviating from that path,” the statement added.
The Council called on the Delta State Police Command to undertake a thorough, transparent and impartial investigation into the incident, identify all individuals involved, establish the circumstances surrounding the violence and bring anyone found culpable, including any sponsors or instigators, to justice.
It stressed that no individual should be shielded from the consequences of criminal conduct on account of political affiliation or influence.
The Delta State APC Campaign Council reaffirmed its commitment to peaceful political engagement, issue-based campaigns and the protection of the peace, security and collective interests of all Deltans.
The statement was signed by Charles Aniagwu, Chairman, Media and Publicity Committee, Delta State APC Campaign Council.