The Lagos State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has stated that it will refrain from jumping to conclusions or making speculative assumptions regarding the recent disruption of a political gathering hosted by the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) in Ikeja.
Speaking during an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN), the party’s spokesman, Seye Oladejo, addressed inquiries surrounding the alleged assault on NDC members and reiterated his party’s complete denial of any involvement. Oladejo emphasized that the APC operates strictly on the tenets of law and order, insisting that the party refuses to indulge in hasty conjecture about the incident.
“We’re a party governed by law and order. However, we won’t jump the gun and embark on needless assumptions,” Oladejo remarked.
At the same time, he called on Nigerians not to ignore what he characterized as recent vows by opposition parties to cause chaos across the state. He warned that recent threats to unleash mayhem by opposition figures must not escape public scrutiny, adding that Nigeria’s democracy cannot survive on lawlessness and disorderly conduct.
Reaffirming the ruling party’s dedication to democratic values, peaceful politicking, and the rule of law, Oladejo stressed that political rivalry must never descend into brutality, coercion, or acts that threaten democratic institutions. He appealed to all political parties and their loyalists to show restraint and operate strictly within legal boundaries, especially as campaigning for the 2027 general elections intensifies. Furthermore, he urged security agencies to stay alert and fulfill their constitutional duty to safeguard public peace.
Oladejo maintained that political disagreements belong in lawful democratic channels rather than streets marred by tension and unrest. He noted that the APC remains focused on advancing its political goals through persuasion, issue-driven campaigns, grassroots engagement, and the ballot box.
Earlier on Thursday, Oladejo had released an official statement strongly rejecting claims that the Lagos APC orchestrated the disruption of the NDC event in Ikeja. Labeling the accusation as reckless, unfounded, and irresponsible, the party maintained it had no hand in sponsoring, encouraging, or executing any plot to infringe upon the constitutional rights of opposition groups.
The statement pointed out that the alleged disruption unfolded on the exact day the APC held the official launch of its 2027 general election campaign in Epe, located several kilometres away from Ikeja. According to the party, its entire leadership structure—including elected officials, executives, campaign coordinators, and key stakeholders—was fully occupied and mobilized for the Epe rally.
Turning the tables, the Lagos APC accused opposition elements of plotting to spark violence and make the political climate ungovernable. It challenged the Lagos State Police Command, the Department of State Services (DSS), and other security outfits to investigate these alleged threats, gather actionable intelligence, and prosecute anyone found guilty.
Finally, the party dared the NDC to submit verifiable evidence tying specific individuals or groups to the incident directly to security authorities instead of trading blame in the media, reiterating that the APC remains committed to peaceful coexistence and will not be sidetracked from governance or its 2027 campaign trail.
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