One Killed, Five Injured in Attack on NDC Supporters in Asaba, Police Confirm

The Delta State Police Command has confirmed that one person was killed and five others sustained injuries following Saturday’s violent attack on supporters of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) during a political rally in Asaba, the Delta State capital.

The confirmation comes a day after violence disrupted a rally organised by the Obidient/OK Movement in support of the NDC presidential candidate on November 7, 2026.

In a statement issued by the Police Public Relations Officer, SP Bright Edafe, the Command disclosed that the incident occurred at about 12:15 p.m. along Nnebisi Road, Asaba.

According to the statement, one person was confirmed dead while five others sustained injuries, bringing the officially confirmed casualty figure to six.

The Police said the identities of the deceased and injured victims had yet to be established.

The Command explained that it had received intelligence reports warning of possible violence ahead of the rally and consequently invited the organisers to a security meeting.

During the meeting, the organisers were reportedly advised against holding an open road procession and encouraged to conduct their political activities at a designated venue where adequate security arrangements could be provided.

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

The statement further disclosed that police operatives were deployed to the scene following a distress call, while the injured victims were evacuated to the hospital for medical attention.

Security personnel were also reinforced in the affected area to prevent further breakdown of law and order.

Although the Police described the incident as a clash involving supporters, accounts surrounding the violence have alleged that suspected political thugs attacked NDC supporters participating in the rally.

The Command, however, did not identify those responsible for the violence or establish the circumstances that led to the incident.

Meanwhile, the Commissioner of Police, CP Samuel E. Erale, has ordered a full-scale investigation into the incident, assuring residents that those responsible would be identified.

The Commissioner condemned the violence and reiterated that political parties have the right to conduct lawful campaigns and other political activities.

He, however, advised political parties and their supporters to avoid road processions in the interest of public safety and to liaise with the Police ahead of political gatherings.

The Command also urged members of the public with useful information regarding the incident to contact the Police through 09155570008 or 09155570007.

Investigations into the incident are ongoing.