Aisha Yesufu, a prominent member of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), has affirmed the party’s commitment to resilience and strength in the face of recent violence aimed at its supporters. Her comments came in the aftermath of an attack on NDC supporters as they gathered for a town hall meeting in Lagos.
The incident occurred at the Classic Event Centre in the Oregun area, where suspected thugs disrupted preparations by attacking attendees with various weapons. Reports indicate that some supporters were injured during the confrontation, and several vehicles were also damaged. A journalist covering the event was reportedly assaulted, and his recording equipment was taken.
In her speech during the NDC town hall meeting, Yesufu emphasized that the party would not tolerate intimidation ahead of the 2027 general elections. She stated that supporters will be both “refined and rugged,” asserting their right to resist oppression. Yesufu remarked, “We are not slaves, we are citizens. This campaign is not Peter Gregory Obi campaign, it is our campaign.”
The police responded to the situation by deploying tear gas to disperse the crowd, which had spilled onto Kudirat Abiola Way, causing traffic disruptions. The town hall meeting was intended as part of the NDC’s efforts to mobilize support ahead of the upcoming elections, with key party figures expected to participate.
