Thugs Attack NDC Supporters at Enugu Airport, One Reported Dead

• •Thugs attacked NDC supporters at Enugu Airport, reportedly killing one.
• •The incident involved gunfire and tear gas, with police present but inactive.
• •This attack follows a previous violent incident against NDC members in September.

On October 10, 2026, thugs attacked supporters of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) at the Akanu Ibiam International Airport in Enugu State as they welcomed their governorship candidate, Christian Chinyeaka Ohaa. The incident reportedly involved gunfire and tear gas, with supporters claiming they were shot at while fleeing. NDC presidential candidate Peter Obi condemned the violence, stating that it has reportedly claimed one life. This attack follows a previous incident in September where NDC members were also assaulted during a grassroots meeting. The Enugu State Police and military were present but allegedly did not intervene during the attack. As of now, the identities of the attackers and the full extent of injuries remain unclear, with no official statements from security forces at the time of reporting.