The Delta State Police Command has appealed to members of the public with useful information to assist investigations into the reported clash involving supporters of the All Progressives Congress (APC) and the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) in Effurun, Uvwie Local Government Area.
The incident reportedly occurred on September 18, 2026, during an NDC campaign procession in the area, raising concerns over political violence and public safety.
Authorities have commenced investigations to establish the circumstances surrounding the confrontation and identify those involved. The police have urged residents and eyewitnesses with relevant information to come forward and assist investigators.
Meanwhile, the recovery of firearms in recent police operations in Delta State has attracted public attention. Police reports indicate that locally fabricated firearms and ammunition were recovered during operations targeting suspected criminal and cult-related activities.
However, the reported firearm recoveries have not been established as being connected to the APC-NDC confrontation. Authorities are expected to determine whether any recovered weapon was linked to the incident as investigations continue.
The state government has called on political parties and their supporters to maintain peace and exercise restraint, stressing the need for political campaigns and other activities to be conducted without violence or intimidation.
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