One Dead, Five Injured As Violence Erupts At Delta Political Rally

One person has died while five others sustained injuries following a violent incident at a political rally organised by the Obedient/OK Movement along Nnebisi Road in Asaba,Delta State.
The incident occurred at about 12:15 p.m. on Saturday, November 7, 2026, according to the Delta State Police Command.
The Commissioner of Police, Delta State Command, CP Samuel Erale, disclosed that the police had commenced a full-scale investigation to establish the circumstances surrounding the incident and identify those responsible.
According to the police, prior intelligence indicated the possibility of violence, prompting a security meeting with the rally organisers.
The command said the organisers were advised against holding an open-road procession and were encouraged to use a designated venue where adequate security arrangements could be provided.
However, the organisers reportedly proceeded with the road procession despite the security advice.
Following a distress call, police operatives were mobilised to the scene and conveyed the injured victims to the hospital for medical attention, while security was reinforced in the affected area
The police said the identities of the deceased and injured persons were yet to be ascertained as investigations continued.
Reacting to the incident, Erale condemned the violence and reiterated that political parties remained free to conduct lawful campaigns and other political activities.
He, however, advised political parties and their supporters to avoid road processions in the interest of public safety, liaise with the police ahead of political gatherings and comply with security advisories.
The command assured residents of its commitment to a thorough and impartial investigation.