By Mokobia Rita.
ASABA/Nigeria: The Delta State All Progressives Congress (APC) Campaign Council has called for a thorough investigation into the violence that disrupted the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) procession along Nnebisi Road in Asaba on Saturday, November 7, 2026, describing the reported loss of life and destruction of property as unacceptable.
In a statement signed by the Chairman of the Council’s Media and Publicity Committee, Hon. Charles Aniagwu, the APC Campaign Council expressed sadness over the incident, extending its sympathy to the family of the deceased, those who sustained injuries and other persons affected by the violence.
The council maintained that political differences and ambitions should never provide justification for violence, stressing that the loss of human life must not become a consequence of political competition.
It urged the Delta State Police Command to undertake an impartial investigation to establish the circumstances surrounding the incident, identify those involved and ensure that anyone found responsible is brought to justice.
The council also called for the investigation to extend to individuals suspected of sponsoring or instigating the violence, insisting that political connections or influence should not shield anyone from accountability.
Reaffirming its position on peaceful political participation, the APC Campaign Council said its campaign activities would remain focused on presenting its achievements, programmes, vision and policy alternatives to the people of Delta State.
It noted that its leadership had made a commitment to peaceful, responsible and issue-based political mobilisation from the outset of its campaign activities, adding that the council remained determined to uphold that position.
The council further urged political leaders, party members and supporters to exercise restraint and avoid actions capable of threatening public safety, disrupting social order or undermining peaceful coexistence in the state.
It emphasised that disagreements among political parties should be addressed through democratic processes, constructive engagement and the presentation of alternative ideas rather than intimidation, violence or destruction of property.
The APC Campaign Council also observed that the strength of democracy depends not only on the freedom of political parties to campaign but also on the ability of citizens to participate in political activities without fear of violence.
It reiterated its commitment to peaceful political engagement and called for accountability in the handling of the Asaba incident, maintaining that anyone found culpable should face the appropriate consequences, irrespective of political a
