We gained't soar the gun – Lagos APC addresses assault on Peter Obi’s supporters

The Lagos State chapter of the All Progressives Congress, APC, says it is not going to soar to conclusions or make useless assumptions over the disruption of a political gathering organised by the Nigeria Democratic Congress, NDC, in Ikeja.

The social gathering’s spokesman, Mr Seye Oladejo, mentioned this in an interview with NAN whereas responding to questions on the alleged assault on NDC members and the social gathering’s denial of involvement within the incident.

Oladejo mentioned APC was a celebration ruled by the rules of regulation and order and wouldn’t have interaction in speculative conclusions over the circumstances surrounding the incident.

“We’re a party governed by law and order. However, we won’t jump the gun and embark on needless assumptions,” he mentioned.

He, nonetheless, urged Nigerians to not overlook what he described as latest threats by opposition political events to unleash mayhem within the state.

“The threats to unleash mayhem by the opposition parties recently should not be lost on the public.

“Our democracy cannot thrive on anarchy and disorderly conduct,” he mentioned.

Oladejo mentioned the APC remained dedicated to democratic rules, peaceable political engagement and respect for the rule of regulation.

He harassed that political competitors shouldn’t be allowed to degenerate into violence, intimidation or actions able to undermining democratic establishments.

The spokesman urged political events and their supporters to train restraint and conduct their actions throughout the ambit of the regulation, notably as political actions forward of the 2027 normal elections gathered momentum.

He additionally reiterated the necessity for safety companies to stay vigilant and discharge their constitutional tasks to forestall threats to public peace.