Delta Government Condemns Political Violence in Asaba, Demands Justice

THE Delta State Government has condemned the political violence that erupted in Asaba on Saturday, leaving one person dead and four others seriously injured.

Describing the incident as unacceptable, the government warned political parties and their supporters against actions capable of endangering lives and disrupting public peace.

In a statement issued by the Commissioner for Works (Rural Roads) and Public Information, Mr. Charles Aniagwu, the government reaffirmed its zero tolerance for political violence, intimidation and other forms of political misconduct.

Aniagwu said the government had repeatedly cautioned political parties against activities that could threaten security. He added that the latest confrontation could have been avoided if the organisers had followed security advice.

According to him, the police had advised the organisers to cancel the proposed street march and hold their campaign at a designated venue instead. Such an arrangement, he explained, would have allowed security agencies to provide adequate protection.

However, the organisers reportedly ignored the advice, resulting in a confrontation that claimed one life and left four others seriously injured.

Consequently, the government urged the police to conduct a thorough investigation and ensure that anyone found culpable faces the law.

Aniagwu also warned that the state would not tolerate politically motivated attacks against anyone, regardless of party affiliation.

He maintained that Delta must remain safe for residents and visitors. Therefore, the government would not allow individuals or groups to undermine the state’s peaceful atmosphere through political confrontation.

Meanwhile, the government appealed to political parties, their leaders and supporters to conduct their activities within the law. It also urged them to respect human life, public order and the rights of other citizens.

The government stressed that political competition should never become an excuse for violence or intimidation.