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Three people have reportedly been injured after gunmen disrupted two Peoples Democratic Party consultative meetings in Calabar South Local Government Area of Cross River State.
The first incident occurred at the palace of the Paramount Ruler of Calabar South, where the PDP was holding a meeting. The party’s governorship candidate, Arthur Javis Archibong, said the injured persons were taken to hospital for treatment.
A second disturbance was later reported at the African Club along Calabar Road, where vehicles belonging to members of the party’s consultation team and supporters were damaged. Archibong also alleged that gunmen fired at the party’s convoy.
The PDP said it had informed the police about the meetings and expected security coverage. The party reportedly moved its convoy to the Commissioner of Police’s office rather than allowing supporters to retaliate, and said it would petition security agencies over the incidents.
The Cross River State Police Command confirmed that it was aware of the reports and had deployed officers to the affected areas. The command said it was investigating reports of gunfire, injuries and property damage, while the state chapter of the All Progressives Congress denied involvement in the incidents.
