Osun election: Thugs allegedly kill two APC members in fresh attack
Tension has heightened in Ilesa, Osun State, following reported attacks that left two All Progressives Congress, APC, members dead and several others injured ahead of the state governorship election. The latest incident occurred on Tuesday morning at the Igbogi area of Ilesa, where APC supporters had gathered ahead of a final campaign rally scheduled for […] Osun election: Thugs allegedly kill…
In Ilesa, Osun State, tension has escalated following a series of alleged attacks that have resulted in the deaths of two All Progressives Congress (APC) members and several others injured. The most recent incident took place on Tuesday morning at the Igbogi area, where APC supporters were gathering for a final campaign rally. According to witnesses, suspected political thugs arrived around 7:30 am and began firing, forcing people to flee.
At least four people were hit during the shooting, with two reportedly dead. The APC campaign council confirmed four supporters were shot, with two among the casualties. APC Woman Leader in Ilesa was among the wounded and was admitted to Wesley Guild Hospital. The attack follows reports of 12 APC members being killed in separate incidents within 24 hours, with five killed during a weekend rally and seven more during Tuesday's gathering.
This has prompted protests by APC supporters against political violence and intimidation ahead of the election. The Osun State Police Command has stated that investigations are ongoing.
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