Edo ADC, NDC vow to resist political violence
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Verified Synthesis~25s readSpeaking at a joint press conference in Benin City, a leader of the ADC and former chairman of Owan West Local Government Area, Dan Asekhame, said that the opposition parties would no longer remain inactive and watch an atmosphere of fear and intimidation being created in the state. He said they would no longer tolerate “persistent attacks, victimisation and attempts to frustrate our political activities and electoral ambitions ahead of the elections.
Context & Background
- ✦They stressed that their parties remained committed to peaceful political engagement and would not resort to self-help, noting that complaints had already been lodged with the Commissioner of Police and the Department of State Services.
Key Figures & Named Entities
Tuesday:The African Democratic Congress and the Nigeria Democratic Congress on Tuesday vowed to resist any form of political violence during the campaigns and on election day.2026:He also raised concerns over alleged attacks on the residence of Prof Oserieme Osunbor, the destruction of ADC campaign materials and the reported shooting of a young man, Jerry Oliha, during an alleged attack on ADC chieftain, Kenneth Imansuangbon, at Igueben on October 6, 2026.
Outlook & Next Steps
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Key Takeaways
Verified Extract- Speaking at a joint press conference in Benin City, a leader of the ADC and former chairman of Owan West Local Government Area, Dan Asekhame, said that the opposition parties would no longer remain inactive and watch an atmosphere of fear and intimidation being created in the state.
- He said they would no longer tolerate “persistent attacks, victimisation and attempts to frustrate our political activities and electoral ambitions ahead of the elections.
- They stressed that their parties remained committed to peaceful political engagement and would not resort to self-help, noting that complaints had already been lodged with the Commissioner of Police and the Department of State Services.
Key Facts:Tuesday: The African Democratic Congress and the Nigeria Democratic Congress on Tuesday vowed to resist any form of political violence during the campaigns and on election day.2026: He also raised concerns over alleged attacks on the residence of Prof Oserieme Osunbor, the destruction of ADC campaign materials and the reported shooting of a young man, Jerry Oliha, during an alleged attack on ADC chieftain, Kenneth Imansuangbon, at Igueben on October 6, 2026.
Editorial Excerpt
The ADC and NDC in Edo State have vowed to resist any form of political violence, alleging attacks on their members, candidates, and campaign materials.
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Speaking at a joint press conference in Benin City, a leader of the ADC and former chairman of Owan West Local Government Area, Dan Asekhame, said that the opposition parties would no longer remain inactive and watch an atmosphere of fear and intimidation being created in the state.
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The primary parties identified in this coverage include Department of State Services, All Progressives Congress, African Democratic Congress.
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The African Democratic Congress and the Nigeria Democratic Congress on Tuesday vowed to resist any form of political violence during the campaigns and on election day.
