Political Violence
4 LAS News stories tagged “Political Violence”, newest first. Every story links its sources.
APC supporters injured in Katsina as violence disrupts Radda campaign launch
Violence erupted in Katsina State as thugs attacked APC supporters travelling to Governor Radda's campaign flag-off, injuring several people and damaging vehicles.
LAS News Desk · 29 Oct 2026, 02:46 WAT · 1 source
Alastair Campbell discusses Trump, political violence and the rise of populism in new podcast
Alastair Campbell joins Tom McIlroy to discuss the impact of the global financial crisis on populism, recent political violence in the UK, and the upcoming US midterms.
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LAS News Desk · 28 Oct 2026, 07:16 WAT · 1 source
Violence and restrictions cast shadow over Nigeria's 2027 election preparations
Recent killings of political supporters in Enugu and Ebonyi states, alongside attacks on party offices and restrictions on opposition access to public venues, have raised serious concerns about safety and fairness ahead of Nigeria's 2027 general election.
LAS News Desk · 27 Oct 2026, 09:15 WAT · 1 source
One dead and three wounded after gunmen ambush NDC candidate’s convoy in Ebonyi State
Police say gunmen opened fire on the convoy of NDC House of Assembly hopeful Rollins Offia‑Nwali in Amaezekwe community, killing one and injuring three. The incident, reported at about 4 p.m. on Thursday, has heightened concerns over political violence ahead of elections.
LAS News Desk · 24 Oct 2026, 07:45 WAT · 3 sources