Hon. Thomas Victor Onwubiko, popularly known as TVO, has condemned the attack by suspected political thugs on the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) town hall meeting in Lagos, describing the incident as an unacceptable attempt to intimidate party members and supporters.
Onwubiko, the NDC candidate for Amuwo-Odofin Constituency II in the 2027 Lagos State House of Assembly election, also expressed confidence in the party’s presidential candidate, Peter Obi, assuring supporters that he would emerge victorious in the 2027 presidential election.
The attack occurred on Thursday, November 12, at Classique Event Centre in Oregun, Ikeja, where the NDC had organised a town hall meeting involving Obi, his running mate, Rabiu Kwankwaso, and other party leaders
Suspected hoodlums reportedly invaded the venue before the arrival of the party’s presidential candidate, attacking supporters and vandalising vehicles parked within the premises. Some attendees reportedly sustained injuries, while the incident caused panic and disrupted preparations for the gathering.
Reacting to the development, Onwubiko condemned the violence, stressing that political disagreements should be resolved through democratic engagement rather than intimidation, threats and physical attacks.
He maintained that no political party or group should be prevented from exercising its constitutional right to assemble, engage citizens and communicate its programmes to the electorate.
The NDC chieftain commended party members and supporters who remained resolute despite the disruption, noting that the incident would not discourage them from participating in the democratic process or pursuing their political aspirations.
Onwubiko also expressed optimism about the prospects of the Obi-Kwankwaso ticket, insisting that the growing demand for accountable leadership, economic recovery, improved security and better living conditions would remain central issues in the 2027 elections.
He urged supporters of the NDC and the wider Obidient Movement to remain united, peaceful and committed to grassroots mobilisation, while encouraging Nigerians to register their political choices through the ballot.
According to him, the 2027 election presents an opportunity for Nigerians to make their voices heard and determine the country’s future through a credible democratic process.
Onwubiko’s position reflects his previously expressed confidence in the Obi-Kwankwaso ticket, which he believes can attract broad support through effective organisation, grassroots engagement and a clear policy agenda.
He further called on security agencies to investigate the Lagos attack, identify those responsible and ensure that they are brought to justice, warning that political violence threatens democratic participation and public confidence in the electoral process.
Despite the incident, the NDC town hall meeting eventually proceeded, with Obi, Senator Victor Umeh, Lagos governorship candidate Funso Doherty and activist Aisha Yesufu among those who attended.
