ADC, APC Spokespersons Trade Words Over Edo Shooting Incident
Spokespersons of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) and the All Progressives Congress (APC) have engaged in a war of words following a recent shooting incident in Edo State.
The exchange began after the ADC accused the ruling party of failing to provide adequate security in the state, describing the incident as evidence of deteriorating safety conditions.
In a statement on Tuesday, the ADC spokesperson alleged that the shooting reflected “systemic security lapses” and called on authorities to conduct a thorough investigation.
“The people of Edo deserve protection. Incidents like this raise serious concerns about public safety and accountability,” the ADC said.
However, the APC spokesperson fired back, accusing the opposition party of politicizing a tragic situation for political gain.
The ruling party maintained that security agencies were already investigating the incident and urged political actors to avoid inflammatory statements that could heighten tensions.
“It is irresponsible to exploit a security matter for partisan advantage. The focus should be on supporting law enforcement efforts,” the APC spokesperson stated.
Security authorities have yet to release full details regarding the circumstances surrounding the shooting, including the number of casualties or possible arrests.
The incident has sparked debate across political circles in Edo, with both parties calling for calm while insisting on their respective positions.
Observers say the heated exchange underscores rising political tensions in the state as parties intensify preparations ahead of future elections.
Further updates are expected as investigations continue.