Amaechi’s convoy attacked and ADC office burned in Rivers
Rotimi Amaechi, former Minister of Transportation, faced an attack on his convoy in Rivers State. Gunmen targeted his team and set the African Democratic Congress (ADC) office in Ubima ablaze. The incident occurred as Amaechi visited his hometown for his e-registration as an ADC member. He praised security agencies for their swift response and urged party members to remain calm.
Key takeaways
- Rotimi Amaechi’s convoy was attacked by gunmen on the road between Ubima and Omuanwa in Ikwerre Local Government Area.
- The ADC ward office in Ubima was set on fire by suspected thugs before Amaechi’s arrival.
- Security operatives accompanying Amaechi engaged the attackers, causing them to flee.
- Amaechi thanked the Commissioner of Police, Director of DSS, and NSCDC Commandant for their quick intervention.
- He urged party members not to resort to violence and called for the prosecution of those responsible for the attacks.
