The Deputy Coordinator of the Obidient Movement in Delta State, identified as Comrade Noah, has reportedly been hospitalised after sustaining dagger wounds during an attack on supporters of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) at a political rally in Asaba.
The incident occurred on Saturday, November 7, 2026, during a march by NDC supporters from Summit Road towards Interbau Roundabout in the Delta State capital.
The Secretary of the Obidient Movement in Delta State, Josiah Omenuwoma, alleged that suspected political thugs attacked participants, leaving Noah and several other members injured.
Omenuwoma said Noah was receiving treatment at the Federal Medical Centre (FMC), Asaba, after sustaining injuries from the alleged stabbing.
He accused supporters of the All Progressives Congress (APC) of carrying out the attack, alleging that a man identified as Mr Okafor, whom he described as an operative of the Oshimili North Local Government task force, led the attackers.
“They destroyed vehicles and all of that. It was a peaceful rally just to campaign, but I wonder, in a democratic setting, why they are not allowing opposition to campaign freely,” Omenuwoma said.
He added that the movement had yet to establish the total number of injured participants because several people fled in different directions when the violence broke out.
However, he expressed relief that no death had been reported.
The National Coordinator of the Global Obidient Movement, Dr Mo, also condemned the incident, confirming that Noah sustained dagger wounds and that other members were injured.
Reacting to the development, Dr Mo raised concerns about the safety of opposition supporters and warned that political intimidation could discourage citizens from participating in democratic activities.
“They hit us with daggers!” he declared.
He further alleged that inflammatory statements and threats by some political leaders could contribute to an atmosphere of hostility against opposition members, urging public office holders and political figures to avoid rhetoric capable of encouraging violence.
“Democracy is not warfare. Opposition is not a crime. Political competition is not a licence to murder,” he said.
The movement called for an immediate investigation into the attack, demanding that those responsible be identified, arrested and prosecuted. It also sought accountability for the injuries sustained by Noah and other participants.
The incident has generated further concern over political violence in Delta State, particularly following reports that NDC supporters and campaign vehicles were attacked during the same Asaba march.
The Delta APC has rejected allegations linking its members to the violence. Its spokesperson, Valentine Onojeghuo, told Vanguard that there was no proof that APC members were involved and described the accusation as baseless.
As of the time of reporting, the Delta State Police Command had not publicly confirmed the circumstances of Noah’s reported stabbing, the identities of the attackers or any arrests. The movement said efforts to obtain a response from the Police Public Relations Officer, SP Bright Edafe, were unsuccessful.
The police are expected to establish what happened, identify those involved and determine whether the incident involved organised political violence.
With political activities intensifying ahead of the 2027 general elections, the incident raises renewed questions about the protection of opposition supporters and the responsibility of security agencies to guarantee peaceful political participation.
No Nigerian should have to risk being stabbed, assaulted or killed for attending a political rally or supporting a political party.
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