One Dead, Five Injured as Violence Erupts at NDC Supporters’ Rally in Asaba

The incident occurred on Saturday, November 7, 2026, along Nnebisi Road, prompting the Delta State Police Command to launch an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the violence.

In a statement issued on Saturday, the police said they had received intelligence ahead of the rally indicating a possible outbreak of violence and consequently invited the organisers to a security meeting.

According to the Command, the organisers were briefed on the identified threats and advised against conducting an open road procession. They were instead urged to hold their political activity at a designated venue where adequate security could be provided.

However, the police alleged that the organisers disregarded the advice and proceeded with the road procession.

The Command said the violence broke out at about 12:15 p.m. When police operatives received a distress call, they moved to the scene and evacuated the injured victims to hospital for medical attention.

The identities of the deceased and injured persons had yet to be established as of the time the statement was issued.

Security was subsequently reinforced around the affected area to prevent further violence, while investigators began efforts to establish what triggered the clash and identify those responsible.

The Commissioner of Police, Delta State Command, CP Samuel Erale, condemned the incident, stressing that political parties remain free to organise lawful campaigns and other political activities.

He, however, cautioned political parties and their supporters against road processions, citing public safety concerns. He also urged organisers to notify and liaise with the police ahead of political gatherings to enable adequate security arrangements.

The police commissioner assured residents that the investigation would be thorough and impartial, while appealing to anyone with relevant information to assist the Command.