{
  "id": 19173236,
  "title": "Son of ex Kaduna Governor condemns attack on NDC supporters in Delta",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/09/son-of-ex-kaduna-governor-condemns-attack-on-ndc-supporters-in-delta",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-11-09T14:28:30.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Daily Post Nigeria",
    "slug": "daily-post-nigeria",
    "url": "https://dailypost.ng/2026/11/09/son-of-ex-kaduna-gov-condemns-attack-on-ndc-supporters-in-delta/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Mohammed Bello El-Rufai, a representative for Kaduna North in the Federal Constituency, has expressed strong disapproval of the reported assault on members of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) during a political rally in Asaba, Delta State. The incident, which transpired on Saturday, November 7, resulted in one fatality and five injuries. El-Rufai, who additionally serves as the Chairman of the House Committee on Banking Regulations, characterized the event as profoundly troubling, asserting that political disagreements should never serve as a justification for violence, coercion, or destruction of property. In a proclamation on Monday, the lawmaker declared, “Political differences must never serve as a reason for violence, intimidation, or the destruction of property.” He emphasized that each Nigerian, irrespective of their political stance, is entitled to constitutional protections for freedom of expression, association, and peaceful assembly. “Our democracy must be robust enough to accommodate diverse political opinions and aspirations. No Nigerian should have to fear for their safety due to their political beliefs,” he asserted. El-Rufai appealed to the Delta State Government and the relevant security forces to conduct a comprehensive and unbiased inquiry into the incident, identify the perpetrators, and hold them accountable. He also implored political leaders and their supporters to demonstrate restraint and reject all forms of political violence. Bello El-Rufai urged Nigerians to jointly reject political violence and foster an environment where political parties compete through ideas, policies, and service to the populace rather than intimidation. He concluded, “No political ambition is worth the life of a Nigerian. Our democracy must be safeguarded, and political freedom must be guaranteed for all.”",
  "summary": "Mohammed Bello El-Rufai, a member representing the Kaduna North Federal Constituency, has condemned the reported attack on supporters of the Nigeria Democratic Congress, NDC, during a political procession in Asaba, Delta State. The incident, which reportedly occurred on Saturday, November 7, left one person dead and five others injured. El-Rufai, who is also the Chairman […] Son of ex Kaduna…",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}