Reactions have continued to trail the attack on the presidential campaign convoy of the African Democratic Congress, ADC, by suspected political thugs during a rally in Kebbi State on Thursday.
A disturbing video circulating on social media captured the moment the hoodlums, armed with sticks and other weapons, attacked the party’s motorcade.
DAILY POST gathered that security operatives attached to the convoy intervened and fired tear gas to disperse the attackers.
Some ADC supporters also confronted the hoodlums and chased them away from the scene.
The incident occurred barely 24 hours after the presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress, NDC, Peter Obi, was attacked in Calabar, the Cross River State capital.
The Cross River State Police Command has confirmed the arrest of a suspect in connection with the attack on Obi’s convoy.
Reacting to the incident, popular social media influencer Shehu Gazali Sadiq accused the ruling All Progressives Congress, APC, of declaring war on democracy.
In a post on his official X handle, Sadiq said, “APC has declared war on Nigerian democracy. Opposition parties should respond to this declaration of war without further delay.”
Another X user claimed that the alleged attack by APC thugs was only increasing the popularity of the opposition party.
“APC is working hard to make ADC more popular. From alleged attacks on our members’ vehicles to keeping traditional rulers away from ADC leaders, their desperation is obvious.
“In 2027, the people will teach them a serious lesson at the ballot box,” the user wrote.
Watch the video on X:
APC-sponsored thugs attack the ADC presidential campaign convoy in Kebbi. Most gadgets belonging to our camera and video crew have been destroyed. https://t.co/2SZsQlPtji
— Royalty E. Uso (@royaltyuso) November 5, 2026