The African Democratic Congress, ADC, in Rivers State has called for justice and a thorough investigation into the attack and burning of the family home of one of its members in Ikwerre Local Government Area, Isaiah Thomas.

The party made the demand after visiting the family residence of Thomas at Omuoko, Aluu, on Wednesday, following the early-morning attack.

The incident occurred barely 24 hours after campaigns officially began for the presidential and National Assembly elections.

The attackers, who are yet to be identified, allegedly arrived at the family compound in large numbers, armed with guns, and set some buildings on fire.

Thomas’ mother, Uchechi Thomas, alleged that household property was also destroyed during the attack.

She said the attackers appeared to be searching for her son, who had hosted a meeting of ADC members at the family compound on Tuesday.

Speaking during the visit to the scene, the ADC governorship candidate in Rivers State, Gabriel Pidomson, condemned the attack, describing it as unacceptable and contrary to the principles of democratic participation.

He urged politicians and their supporters to embrace tolerance and conduct their activities within the law.

The ADC governorship candidate called on security agencies to “carry out a thorough and impartial investigation, identify those responsible and ensure that anyone found culpable is brought to justice.”

Pidomson also appealed for calm among residents and ADC supporters, saying political differences should be resolved “through dialogue and lawful means, rather than actions that could endanger lives and property.”

Similarly, the ADC State Chairman, Chukwudi Dimkpa, appealed to the Rivers State Commissioner of Police to ensure a comprehensive investigation and justice for those affected.

The ADC leadership reaffirmed its commitment to peaceful political participation, democratic values and the rule of law, while urging political stakeholders to work towards maintaining peace and security across Rivers State.

The candidate of the All Progressives Congress, APC, in the just concluded Osun State governorship election, Bola Oyebamiji, on Friday met with President Bola Tinubu at the Presidential Villa in Abuja.

This was barely 24 hours after incumbent Governor, Ademola Adeleke of Accord Party, who won the election, paid the President a visit and presented his Certificate of Return to him.

Speaking to newsmen after the meeting, Oyebamiji called for peace among political actors in Osun State, stating that the party is still reviewing the outcome of the election.

He said Tinubu advised him to approach the situation with a peaceful mindset.

According to him, Nigerians must understand that government is about the people, and for that reason, peace must be prioritised

“I met with the President, and what he said was that the most important thing is to run every election with a peaceful mind.

“It is important for us Nigerians to know that government is about the people, and because of that, it is important that we should be peaceful. I want to appeal to our people in Osun that they need to be peaceful,” Oyebamiji said.

He further stated that the party is still examining the books regarding the election, and will make its position known to the public in due course.

The APC candidate equally charged Governor Adeleke to call his supporters to order and prevent violence.