The Lagos State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has said it would not jump to conclusions or make unnecessary assumptions over the disruption of a political gathering organised by the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) in Ikeja.
The party’s spokesman, Seye Oladejo, stated this in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) while responding to questions about the alleged attack on NDC members and the party’s denial of involvement in the incident.
Oladejo described the APC as a party governed by the principles of law and order, insisting that it would not engage in speculative conclusions over the circumstances surrounding the incident.
“We’re a party governed by law and order. However, we won’t jump the gun and embark on needless assumptions,” he said.
However, he urged Nigerians not to overlook what he described as recent threats by opposition political parties to unleash mayhem in the state.
“The threats to unleash mayhem by the opposition parties recently should not be lost on the public. Our democracy cannot thrive on anarchy and disorderly conduct,” he added.
The APC spokesman reaffirmed the party’s commitment to democratic principles, peaceful political engagement and respect for the rule of law.
He stressed that political competition should not degenerate into violence, intimidation or activities capable of undermining democratic institutions.
Oladejo also urged political parties and their supporters to exercise restraint and conduct their activities within the law, particularly as political activities ahead of the 2027 general elections gather momentum.
He further called on security agencies to remain vigilant and discharge their constitutional responsibilities to prevent threats to public peace.