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Eti-Osa Constituency I NDC Primary Election Cancelled Amid Security Concerns and Alleged Presence of Armed Touts

Lagos, Nigeria – May 29, 2026

The scheduled primary election for Eti-Osa Constituency I of the National Democratic Coalition (NDC) was abruptly cancelled on Friday following serious security concerns and allegations of intimidation by suspected armed touts at the venue.

The exercise, which was slated to take place at Eden Gardens Estate, Sangotedo, Lagos State, was disrupted before voting could commence, according to officials assigned to monitor and supervise the process.

Party members and stakeholders reportedly began arriving at the venue from about 9:00 a.m. after preparations, including environmental cleanup and venue arrangements, had been completed.

However, tensions escalated when a group of individuals described by witnesses as underaged persons and suspected touts allegedly entered the venue. The group was reportedly followed by another set of individuals alleged to be associated with prominent party figures.

Eyewitness accounts indicated that the presence of the suspected touts created fear and unease among delegates and party members. Several attendees reportedly raised concerns over the security situation, with allegations emerging that some of the individuals were issuing threats and claiming to be armed.

Following complaints from party members, one of the accused political figures allegedly directed the individuals to move outside the venue. Reports also surfaced that some of the suspected touts had been issued party membership cards earlier on the same day.

The situation worsened during the screening process when, according to observers, the same group forcefully re-entered the venue approximately twenty minutes after screening commenced. The incident reportedly triggered panic and confusion among attendees.

As tensions mounted, officials of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), members of the Electoral Committee, party local government officials, and several aspirants were said to have vacated the premises due to safety concerns.

Faced with the deteriorating security situation, the Chairman of the Electoral Committee officially announced the cancellation of the primary election.

Observers noted that after the departure of officials and party members, it became impossible to verify or monitor any subsequent activities at the venue, as the electoral process had effectively been terminated.

Video recordings documenting the events have reportedly been attached as evidence to support the claims made by election observers.

The cancellation of the Eti-Osa Constituency I primary election is expected to generate further discussions within the party as stakeholders seek a resolution and determine the next steps for the constituency's candidate selection process.

Meanwhile in Constituency 2 of Eti Osa, unlike what happened in Constituency 1, the voting went smoothly,. Aside Hassan Zamani who is contesting for the House of Assembly unopposed, and the presidential candidate, Mr Peter Obi, Honourable Adedayo Akin-Taylor Ekong, gained the highest number of votes, with 372 votes.

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Eti-Osa Constituency I NDC Primary Election Cancelled Amid Security Concerns and Alleged Presence of Armed Touts

Lagos, Nigeria – May 29, 2026

The scheduled primary election for Eti-Osa Constituency I of the National Democratic Coalition (NDC) was abruptly cancelled on Friday following serious security concerns and allegations of intimidation by suspected armed touts at the venue.

The exercise, which was slated to take place at Eden Gardens Estate, Sangotedo, Lagos State, was disrupted before voting could commence, according to officials assigned to monitor and supervise the process.

Party members and stakeholders reportedly began arriving at the venue from about 9:00 a.m. after preparations, including environmental cleanup and venue arrangements, had been completed.

However, tensions escalated when a group of individuals described by witnesses as underaged persons and suspected touts allegedly entered the venue. The group was reportedly followed by another set of individuals alleged to be associated with prominent party figures.

Eyewitness accounts indicated that the presence of the suspected touts created fear and unease among delegates and party members. Several attendees reportedly raised concerns over the security situation, with allegations emerging that some of the individuals were issuing threats and claiming to be armed.

Following complaints from party members, one of the accused political figures allegedly directed the individuals to move outside the venue. Reports also surfaced that some of the suspected touts had been issued party membership cards earlier on the same day.

The situation worsened during the screening process when, according to observers, the same group forcefully re-entered the venue approximately twenty minutes after screening commenced. The incident reportedly triggered panic and confusion among attendees.

As tensions mounted, officials of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), members of the Electoral Committee, party local government officials, and several aspirants were said to have vacated the premises due to safety concerns.

Faced with the deteriorating security situation, the Chairman of the Electoral Committee officially announced the cancellation of the primary election.

Observers noted that after the departure of officials and party members, it became impossible to verify or monitor any subsequent activities at the venue, as the electoral process had effectively been terminated.

Video recordings documenting the events have reportedly been attached as evidence to support the claims made by election observers.

The cancellation of the Eti-Osa Constituency I primary election is expected to generate further discussions within the party as stakeholders seek a resolution and determine the next steps for the constituency's candidate selection process.

Meanwhile in Constituency 2 of Eti Osa, unlike what happened in Constituency 1, the voting went smoothly,. Aside Hassan Zamani who is contesting for the House of Assembly unopposed, and the presidential candidate, Mr Peter Obi, Honourable Adedayo Akin-Taylor Ekong, gained the highest number of votes, with 372 votes.

Alert Global News Eti-Osa Constituency I NDC Primary Election Cancelled Amid Security Concerns and Alleged Presence of Armed Touts

Lagos, Nigeria – May 29, 2026

The scheduled primary election for Eti-Osa Constituency I of the National Democratic Coalition (NDC) was abruptly cancelled on Friday following serious security concerns and allegations of intimidation by suspected armed touts at the venue.

The exercise, which was slated to take place at Eden Gardens Estate, Sangotedo, Lagos State, was disrupted before voting could commence, according to officials assigned to monitor and supervise the process.

Party members and stakeholders reportedly began arriving at the venue from about 9:00 a.m. after preparations, including environmental cleanup and venue arrangements, had been completed.

However, tensions escalated when a group of individuals described by witnesses as underaged persons and suspected touts allegedly entered the venue. The group was reportedly followed by another set of individuals alleged to be associated with prominent party figures.

Eyewitness accounts indicated that the presence of the suspected touts created fear and unease among delegates and party members. Several attendees reportedly raised concerns over the security situation, with allegations emerging that some of the individuals were issuing threats and claiming to be armed.

Following complaints from party members, one of the accused political figures allegedly directed the individuals to move outside the venue. Reports also surfaced that some of the suspected touts had been issued party membership cards earlier on the same day.

The situation worsened during the screening process when, according to observers, the same group forcefully re-entered the venue approximately twenty minutes after screening commenced. The incident reportedly triggered panic and confusion among attendees.

As tensions mounted, officials of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), members of the Electoral Committee, party local government officials, and several aspirants were said to have vacated the premises due to safety concerns.

Faced with the deteriorating security situation, the Chairman of the Electoral Committee officially announced the cancellation of the primary election.

Observers noted that after the departure of officials and party members, it became impossible to verify or monitor any subsequent activities at the venue, as the electoral process had effectively been terminated.

Video recordings documenting the events have reportedly been attached as evidence to support the claims made by election observers.

The cancellation of the Eti-Osa Constituency I primary election is expected to generate further discussions within the party as stakeholders seek a resolution and determine the next steps for the constituency's candidate selection process.

Meanwhile in Constituency 2 of Eti Osa, unlike what happened in Constituency 1, the voting went smoothly,. Aside from Hassan Zamani who is contesting for the House of Assembly unopposed, and the presidential candidate, Mr Peter Obi, Honourable Adedayo Akin-Taylor Ekong, gained the highest number of votes, with 372 votes.

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NDC Eti-Osa Constituency I Primary Election Cancelled Amid Security Concerns

Lagos, Nigeria | May 29, 2026

The scheduled primary election for Eti-Osa Constituency I of the National Democratic Coalition (NDC) was abruptly cancelled on Friday following security concerns and allegations of intimidation at the election venue in Sangotedo, Lagos State.

The exercise, slated to take place at Eden Gardens Estate, attracted party members, delegates, aspirants, electoral officials, and stakeholders who began arriving at the venue from early morning.

According to an official report submitted by election observers Comrade Victor Ojo Edo and Chioma Ifeanyichukwu, preparations for the exercise commenced smoothly, with venue arrangements completed before party members started arriving around 9:00 a.m.

However, tension reportedly escalated when a group of individuals described as underaged persons and suspected touts allegedly entered the venue. The report further alleged that the individuals were linked to one of the aspirants, Honourable Rotimi.

Shortly afterward, another group of suspected armed touts allegedly associated with Honourable Atta Achief also arrived at the venue, creating anxiety among delegates and party members.

Witnesses reportedly raised concerns over the presence of the individuals, alleging that some openly threatened attendees and claimed to be armed. Following mounting complaints, Honourable Atta Achief was said to have directed the group to move outside the venue.

The situation deteriorated further during the delegate screening process. According to the report, the same group allegedly forced its way back into the venue approximately twenty minutes after screening commenced, triggering panic and disrupting proceedings.

As tensions escalated, several stakeholders, including aspirants, officials of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), members of the Electoral Committee, and local government party officials, reportedly left the venue over safety concerns.

With the security situation worsening and order breaking down, the Chairman of the Electoral Committee officially cancelled the primary election.

Observers noted that after the departure of most party members and officials, the committee could no longer verify subsequent events, as the election process had effectively been terminated.

The report concluded that the primary election could not be successfully conducted due to severe security threats, alleged intimidation of party members, and the presence of suspected armed touts at the venue.

Video evidence documenting the incidents was reportedly attached to the observers' report for verification.

As of the time of filing this report, party leadership had not issued an official statement regarding a new date for the rescheduled primary election.

Meanwhile in the second Constituency of the Eti Osa, Adedayo Akin-Taylor Ekong topped the charts in number of votes, aside the affirmations which were the House of Assemble, Hassan Zamani, unopposed, as well as Honourd

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