The National Democratic Congress (NDC) has reacted to a video circulating online that purportedly shows supporters of the party confronting suspected thugs during political activities in Warri, Delta State.
NDC spokesman Theo Abu Agada said the incident occurred when party members resisted what he described as an attempt by suspected thugs to intimidate or harass them.
In a statement posted on X, Agada said NDC supporters would not allow themselves to be intimidated as political activities ahead of the 2027 elections intensify.
“This is how members of our great party resisted thugs in Warri, Delta State today,” he wrote.
He added that party members would resist attempts to intimidate them during the election period.
Video circulates online
The incident has attracted attention after footage showing a confrontation in Warri began circulating on social media.
Punch reported that the video was associated with allegations that suspected thugs disrupted campaign activity involving supporters of Peter Obi and his running mate, Rabiu Kwankwaso. The report attributed the allegation to people associated with Obi’s campaign and did not independently establish the identity or affiliation of those involved.
The footage itself shows a chaotic confrontation, but video evidence alone does not establish the identities, motives or political affiliations of everyone involved.
Political tensions rise ahead of 2027
The incident comes as political parties and their supporters intensify mobilisation ahead of the 2027 general elections.
The NDC has been expanding its campaign structures and political activities across the country, while rival parties are similarly increasing their grassroots engagements.
Agada’s comments reflect the increasingly combative political rhetoric accompanying the campaign season.
However, claims concerning the identity of alleged attackers and whether the incident was politically sponsored remain allegations unless independently established by law-enforcement authorities or other credible evidence.
The development has also renewed concerns about the need for political actors and supporters to avoid violence and intimidation as electoral activities increase.