At least one individual has been confirmed lifeless and three others injured on Thursday when gunmen attacked the convoy of a House of Assembly candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) in Ebonyi State.
The candidate, Rollins Offia-Nwali is searching for to characterize Ezza South Constituency within the state meeting.
The police spokesperson in Ebonyi State, Joshua Ukandu, disclosed this in a press release on Friday.
Mr Ukandu, a superintendent of police, stated the incident occurred at about 4:00 p.m. in Amaezekwe Community in Ezza South Local Government Area of the South-eastern state.
The police spokesperson stated the state command obtained a misery name concerning the attack locally and instantly deployed operatives to the scene.
“Upon arrival, the operatives discovered 4 people with gunshot wounds and a burnt car.
“One of the victims was confirmed dead at the hospital, while the three others are receiving medical treatment,” he stated.
How my convoy was attacked
Mr Offia-Nwali stated in a statement on Thursday evening that the armed hoodlums opened fireplace on his convoy whereas he was coming back from Amazekewe Community.
“My Toyota Hilux was set ablaze and completely burnt in the attack,” he stated.
The NDC candidate thanked God that he was protected and appreciated safety operatives for his or her professionalism and gallantry for guaranteeing his security and different travellers.
“I’ve additionally been knowledgeable that there have been casualties amongst those that carried out the attack.
“My heartfelt sympathy goes out to those affected and their families,” he stated. “Regardless of the circumstances, the loss of human life is deeply regrettable.”
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Mr Offia-Nwali appealed to youths to not permit themselves for use by people determined for political energy.
“No political ambition is worth the life of any young person, and no young person should have to lose their life in pursuit of another person’s political ambition,” he said.
The politician, who’s searching for to unseat Friday Ogbuewu of the ruling APC, vowed by no means to be intimidated out of the meeting race.
“As for us, we are prepared to make the sacrifices necessary to serve our people, and I assure you that no amount of intimidation or violence will deter us from this course,” he stated.
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