Panic erupted in Lagos on Thursday after suspected thugs attacked supporters of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) during a town hall meeting in the Oregun area of the state.
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The attackers, who were reportedly armed with cutlasses, cudgels and stones, stormed the venue while the meeting was still in progress.
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They disrupted the gathering, forcing participants to abandon the event and flee for safety.
Several supporters reportedly ran in different directions as they tried to escape the attack, while chairs and other items at the venue were scattered amid the confusion.
As of the time of filing this report, it was unclear whether anyone had sustained injuries or whether the police had made any arrests in connection with the incident.
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The attack comes amid reports of other violent incidents involving gatherings associated with the NDC ahead of the 2027 general elections.
A video of the incident was shared on social media.
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