By Duchess Ifeoluwa

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 step up efforts to prevent violence and arrest those responsible.

The council specifically condemned reported attacks in Edo, Cross River and Gombe states, as well as other incidents of violence targeting political leaders and supporters 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 attacks and intimidation at political events as unacceptable.

In a press statement issued on Thursday, and signed by its spokesperson, Dele Alake, the APC campaign council warned political parties, politicians and their supporters against actions capable of triggering crises and public disorder as preparations for the 2027 general elections gather momentum.

The council urged all political actors to exercise restraint and conduct their campaigns peacefully, stressing that the electioneering process should not become an avenue for violence or intimidation.

It called on security agencies to remain vigilant and proactive in preventing attacks at political events, while ensuring that those who instigate or perpetrate violence are apprehended and prosecuted in accordance with the law.

The statement further urged political parties and candidates to focus their campaigns on issues and policies that would improve the lives of Nigerians rather than engage in activities capable of undermining public peace.

The council maintained that political competition should be conducted within the bounds of the law and democratic principles, with the safety of citizens and supporters of all political parties protected.