The Imo State Chapter of the Action Peoples’ Party, APP, has raised the alarm over the invasion of its aecretariat in Owerri by suspected political thugs in the early hours of Sunday.
The party described the incident as a serious threat to democracy, the rule of law, and peaceful political participation in Imo State.
lt said the incident occurred at about 6:10 am when a group of heavily armed individuals in a commando manner, scaled the perimeter fence of the secretariat and forcefully gained access to the premises.
The party stated that it has also received reports from eyewitnesses alleging that the group was led by an aide to the governor of lmo State alongside some of his associates.
According to the eyewitness accounts, the individuals allegedly vandalised party property, including the destruction of the party’s billboard and other campaign materials mounted within the premises of the secretariat.
This was contained in a statement issued on Sunday by the party’s state Publicity Secretary, Steve Nnamdi and made available to newsmen in Owerri.
“The Action Peoples’ Party views this alleged act as a disturbing development capable of undermining the peaceful political atmosphere currently existing in the state,” the statement said.
The party expressed concern over what it described as a pattern of politically motivated intimidation, following similar incidents reportedly recorded at Umuoyima in Owerri Municipal Council, and at Arondizuogu in Ideato North LGA.
The Imo APP therefore called on relevant security agencies, especially the Nigeria Police Force and the Department of State Services, to immediately commence
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