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ADC Calls for Investigation Into Attacks on Opposition Figures Ahead of 2027 Vote

Source: Punch Nigeria · 22 Sep 2026, 00:07 UTC

The African Democratic Congress has called for an investigation into what it describes as rising attacks on opposition members. The party warned that political violence could threaten the 2027 election, although the supplied report does not provide details of specific incidents or identify those allegedly responsible.

The African Democratic Congress has urged authorities to investigate what it described as rising attacks on opposition members ahead of Nigeria’s 2027 election. The party warned that political violence could jeopardise the poll, according to Punch Nigeria. It did not provide, in the supplied material, details of the alleged attacks, their locations, the number of people affected or the identity of those responsible.

The ADC’s call centres on the potential effect of violence on the electoral process. The party said an investigation was needed as concerns about attacks on opposition figures increase. The available report contains no response from government agencies, other political parties or security authorities.

It also does not specify whether any formal inquiry has been opened.

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