Breaking: Gunshots Disrupt APC Primary in Top Southern State
Panic reportedly gripped the people of Ondo state when some suspected thugs reportedly stormed the venue of the All Progressives Congress (APC) senatorial primary venue in Akure, the state capital, and fired gunshots into the air.
The incident reportedly happened at Ward 5 on Oke-Lisa/Amudipe Street in Akure South Local Government Area. Delegates were said to have gathered to cast their votes in the APC primary elections ahead of the 2027 general election.
Channels TV reported that witnesses said that the sounds of the gunfire had caused widespread fear, and the noise spread across the state capital. The residents initially thought it was an armed robbery attack.
The party faithful who had lined up to cast their votes at the primary fled the venue in confusion as they sought their safety.
Source: Legit.ng