At least six members of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) in Ondo State have been hospitalised following an attack by suspected armed thugs in Idanre Local Government Area.
The incident reportedly occurred on Wednesday during a political gathering, just two days before the state’s governorship election.
Kennedy Peretei, the PDP’s spokesperson, confirmed the attack in a conversation with Daily Trust.
“Yes, some thugs attacked our members at Idanre. Some of them are now hospitalised,” Peretei said.
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While he did not provide detailed information about the assault, he noted that it took place during a meeting in the ancient town.
Meanwhile, the Ondo State Police Command has launched a full-scale investigation into the incident. The command’s spokesperson, Funmilayo Odunlami-Omisanya, confirmed this development and stated that the state’s Commissioner of Police, Oladipo Abayomi, has convened a peace meeting with leaders of the two major political parties.
“The case, which involves violence and attempted murder, is currently under investigation. We are committed to ensuring that those responsible are held accountable and that peace is restored in the area, particularly at this critical juncture in the state’s history,” Odunlami-Omisanya said.
She also reiterated the commissioner’s warning that the police command will not tolerate any actions that could disrupt peace before, during, or after the election.
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