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Omo-Agege Alleges Thugs Attacked NDC Campaigners In Asaba, Demands Arrest Of Organiser
The Office of Senator Ovie Omo-Agege has condemned the violent attack on campaigners of the Nigerian Democratic Congress (NDC) in Asaba on Saturday, alleging that armed thugs disrupted a peaceful rally organised by the Obidient/OK Movement.
In a statement signed by Godwin Anaughe, Special Adviser, Strategy and Communications to Senator Omo-Agege, on Sunday, the office said thousands of supporters had come out to walk peacefully and campaign for Mr. Peter Obi and Dr. Rabiu Kwankwaso of the NDC.
According to the statement, the rally was peaceful for about 20 minutes before it turned violent. alleging that thugs, armed with dangerous weapons, descended on the unarmed campaigners.
It alleged that the attack was organised by the Oshimili South Keke Task Force / Revenue Collector, Chief Uche Ndu-Okafor, allegedly acting for elements in the Delta State Government and the Delta State APC.
Athough BIGPEN NGR has not independently verified the allegations, Delta State All Progressives Congress (APC) Campaign Council, in a statement issued by the Chairman of the Media Committee, Honorable Charles Aniagwu, has strongly condemned the violence that erupted during the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) political procession along Nnebisi Road, Asaba, on Saturday, November 7, 2026.
But Omo-Agege camp in a statement claimed that more than 30 vehicles were smashed and over 10 supporters were left bleeding, including the State Coordinator of the Obidient/OK Movement, Hon. Favour Emerure, Mr. Akpovegho Noah, Mrs. Ifeoma Enuagwuna, Clinton Ossai, Mr. Obiora Anaekwe, Emmanuel Ngene, Ikechukwu Michael and others.
It noted that Police have confirmed one death, and claimed reports indicated the deceased was one of the attackers.
Omo-Agege, however, demanded that Police identify the deceased, explain how he died, and prosecute everyone who organised and sponsored the attack.
The statement listed previous alleged attacks on its supporters, saying in “August 13, Usiefrun, Ughelli South, there was an alleged attack on supporters, six injured.
“August 21, Uvwie, over 50 armed men allegedly stormed and destroyed venue for a campaign meeting.
“September 18, Warri/Effurun, there was another alleged ambush of One Million-Man March for Deacon Chris Iyovwaye at Angle Park, Uvwie junction, Ugborokoko, Jakpa Road, Urhuomarho. Over 100 allegedly injured”.
The statement futher claimed that one Collins Ogumashe, aka “Black Moses”, was arrested by citizens with an AK-47 during the September incident, handed to police, but released same day without charges.
Although the police have not confirmed this claim, Omo-Agege, in his statement called On Oborevwori, Tinubu, Security Agencies to ensure security for campaigners in the statement.
The statement called on Governor Sheriff Oborevwori, as Chief Security Officer of the state, “to stop the attacks, stop shielding thugs”, and ensure protection for opposition supporters.
It also called on President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to call the Governor to order, and on the Inspector-General of Police and Director-General of the DSS to arrest and prosecute everyone involved, including the alleged organiser.
It urged security agencies to provide security for marches and road shows, describing it as a constitutional right.
Omo-Agege’s camp urged supporters not to run or hide, but to guard rallies, record every attack, and answer with votes.
It also appealed to youths not to allow themselves to be used as thugs, warning that those who sponsor violence keep their own children safe while using other people’s children for dirty jobs.
It thanked residents of Asaba — bystanders, shop owners, traders and youths — for allegedly protecting the injured and chasing off the attackers.
“We will not be intimidated. We will not be silenced. We will not hand Delta over to thugs. A New Nigeria is Possible. A Reset Delta Cannot Wait,” the statement added.
Meanwhile, the Delta State Police Command had earlier said one person died and five others were injured in the clash on Nnebisi Road, Asaba contrary to the claim by Omo-Agege camp. Police said organisers were warned against a road procession after intelligence of likely violence, but proceeded. Police said investigation is ongoing.
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