2027: 'APC has declared conflict' – Nigerians react as political thugs assault Atiku's convoy in Kebbi

Reactions have continued to path the assault on the presidential marketing campaign convoy of the African Democratic Congress, ADC, by suspected political thugs throughout a rally in Kebbi State on Thursday.

A disturbing video circulating on social media captured the second the hoodlums, armed with sticks and different weapons, attacked the celebration’s motorcade.

DAILY POST gathered that safety operatives connected to the convoy intervened and fired tear fuel to disperse the attackers.

Some ADC supporters additionally 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 reference to the assault on Obi’s convoy.

Reacting to the incident, widespread social media influencer Shehu Gazali Sadiq accused the ruling All Progressives Congress, APC, of declaring conflict on democracy.

In a submit on his official X deal with, Sadiq mentioned, “APC has declared war on Nigerian democracy. Opposition parties should respond to this declaration of war without further delay.”

Another X person claimed that the alleged assault by APC thugs was solely rising the recognition of the opposition celebration.

“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 individuals will educate them a critical lesson on the poll field,” the user wrote.

Watch the video on X:

APC-sponsored thugs assault the ADC presidential marketing campaign convoy in Kebbi. Most devices belonging to our digital camera and video crew have been destroyed. https://t.co/2SZsQlPtji

— Royalty E. Uso (@royaltyuso) November 5, 2026