Chief Hafis Owolabi Bello, African Democratic Congress (ADC) Lagos West Senatorial Candidate, has condemned the alleged invasion of the party’s Ward M1 meeting in Alimosho Local Government Area by hoodlums.

Bello, in a statement issued through the HOB Campaign Organisation, Alimosho Chapter, on Friday , in Lagos, described the incident as unacceptable, saying that no political party member should be subjected to violence or intimidation for participating in a lawful political gathering.

He expressed solidarity with the affected members and called on security agencies to investigate the incident and take appropriate action against anyone found culpable.

“Political participation is a democratic right that must be protected. No one should be subjected to violence or intimidation for attending a party meeting or exercising their democratic rights,” Bello said.

He urged ADC members in Alimosho to remain calm, united and law-abiding, stressing the need for a peaceful political atmosphere that would allow citizens to participate freely in the democratic process.

Bello also expressed concern for anyone injured during the incident and wished them a speedy recovery.
He reaffirmed his commitment to peaceful political engagement, urging party members not to allow the incident to undermine their commitment to democratic values and unity.

Similarly, Mr Wale Oshoba, ADC Youth Leader in Alimosho, condemned the alleged attack, describing it as an attempt to intimidate party members and disrupt their political activities.

Oshoba said the party’s youth wing stood in solidarity with members of Ward M1, urging them to remain courageous, peaceful and united despite the incident.
He said the ADC was committed to peace, inclusion, unity and progress, adding that violence and intimidation had no place in democratic engagement.

“We urge our members to remain calm, vigilant and law-abiding. No act of intimidation should discourage anyone from participating in the democratic process.

“The safety and well-being of every party member remain important, and we expect the appropriate authorities to investigate the incident and take necessary action,” Oshoba said.

He added that the matter had been reported to the appropriate security agencies and party leadership for investigation and necessary action.

The statement was also endorsed by Hon. Tade Oluwasegun, Coordinator of the HOB Campaign Organisation, Alimosho Chapter; Comr. Helen Osayande, Woman Coordinator; and Comr. Israel Adeiye, Media and Publicity Officer.