ASABA, DELTA STATE – The Delta State All Progressives Congress (APC) Campaign Council has condemned the violence that erupted during a political procession organised by the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) along Nnebisi Road, Asaba, on Saturday, November 7, 2026, calling for a thorough and impartial investigation into the incident.
The Council, in a statement issued by the Chairman of its Media and Publicity Committee, Hon. Charles Aniagwu, expressed sadness over reports of loss of life, injuries and destruction of property arising from the incident.
It extended its condolences to the family of the deceased, sympathised with those injured and expressed solidarity with everyone affected by the violence.
According to the Council, no political ambition or disagreement should justify the loss of human life, stressing that political competition must never degenerate into violence, intimidation or the destruction of property.
The APC Campaign Council called on the Delta State Police Command to conduct a transparent and comprehensive investigation to establish the circumstances surrounding the incident and identify all individuals involved.
It further urged the police to ensure that anyone found culpable, including alleged sponsors and instigators, is brought to justice, irrespective of political affiliation or influence.
Reaffirming its commitment to peaceful political engagement, the Council maintained that its campaign activities would remain focused on issues, policies, achievements and alternative programmes for the development of Delta State.
The statement recalled that, from the inauguration of the Delta State APC Campaign Council, its leadership had consistently emphasised peaceful, responsible and issue-based political mobilisation.
It insisted that the party had no intention of departing from that commitment, noting that democratic competition should be driven by ideas, policies and the presentation of development alternatives rather than hostility and violence.
The Council also stressed the need for political actors and their supporters across the state to exercise restraint, respect opposing political views and protect the lives and property of citizens.
The condemnation by the APC Campaign Council comes amid growing concerns over political intolerance and the safety of opposition political activities in Delta State ahead of the 2027 general elections.
The Asaba incident has further heightened calls for security agencies to strengthen preventive measures, protect the rights of political parties to peaceful assembly and ensure that perpetrators of political violence are held accountable.
The Council reiterated its commitment to peaceful campaigns and the protection of the peace, security and collective interests of all Deltans.
