The Enugu State Commissioner of Police, Mamman Giwa, has ordered a thorough investigation into separate attacks on political gatherings organised by the Nigeria Democratic Congress and the Peoples Democratic Party in Nkanu West Local Government Area of the state.
The incidents occurred on Saturday, September 12, 2026, at Ndiuno-Obuoffia community and St. Joseph Primary School, Agbani.
According to the police, armed hoodlums allegedly stormed an NDC ward meeting at Ndiuno-Obuoffia, fired shots sporadically and injured two attendees.
At the second location, hoodlums allegedly destroyed canopies and chairs prepared for a PDP rally at St. Joseph Primary School, Agbani.
The police did not identify the attackers or establish their political affiliation, although the incidents have generated allegations of possible involvement by political thugs.
Police spokesperson Daniel Ndukwe said the Commissioner had directed the Deputy Commissioner of Police in charge of the State Criminal Investigation Department to thoroughly investigate both incidents and ensure those responsible are brought to book.
A video circulated online reportedly showed armed men arriving at the NDC gathering while party members were addressing supporters. Eyewitness accounts in the video indicated that at least one person was shot during the disturbance, while the police later confirmed that two attendees were injured.
The command said police operatives were deployed to both scenes after receiving reports of the attacks in order to prevent further breaches and track down the fleeing suspects.
The police, however, disclosed that organisers of the two political gatherings had not notified the command or requested security coverage before the events.
Giwa warned political parties, candidates and their supporters that political activities must be conducted peacefully and in accordance with the law, stressing that electoral offences remain punishable.
He specifically cautioned against violence, intimidation, destruction of property and any conduct capable of disrupting public peace or the electoral process.
The Commissioner also urged political parties to notify the police ahead of campaigns, meetings, rallies and other gatherings to enable the command to make appropriate security arrangements.
He assured residents that the police would continue to provide a secure environment for lawful political activities and deal decisively with anyone found violating the law.
The attacks have heightened concerns over the safety of political gatherings in Enugu as parties intensify grassroots mobilisation ahead of the 2027 general elections.
