In a shocking turn of events, an explosion has rocked the All Progressives Congress (APC) secretariat in Rivers State, sparking widespread concern as local government elections are underway. The incident, which occurred in the early hours of Saturday, shattered buildings and properties along Aba Road, Port Harcourt, the state capital.
Initial reports suggest that explosives, possibly dynamite, were used in the attack, severely damaging the APC’s regional headquarters. The blast sent shockwaves through the neighborhood, raising tensions during the highly anticipated polls.
The Punch Newspaper, in an urgent update via their official X handle, broke the news, highlighting the alarming nature of the attack. The motive behind the explosion remains unclear, but with local elections taking place, it has heightened suspicions of politically motivated violence.
Security agencies have reportedly cordoned off the area, and investigations are already underway to determine the perpetrators and their intentions. Local authorities are urging calm as they work to restore order and ensure the elections proceed smoothly, despite the disruption.
This incident adds to the mounting concerns surrounding electoral violence in Nigeria, with political tensions running high in the run-up to the polls. As the investigation unfolds, all eyes remain on the impact this explosion may have on the outcome of the elections and the broader political landscape in Rivers State.
More updates will follow as further details emerge.
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