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Police avert clash as Obi, Kwankwaso, APC supporters face off in Calabar

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NDC presidential candidate, Peter Obi (left); Senator Seriake Dickson, and Rabiu Kwankwaso, during the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) Convention in Abuja

Police operatives have intervened to prevent a clash between supporters of the Peter Obi-Rabiu Kwankwaso political movement and the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Calabar, Cross River State.

The incident reportedly triggered tension between supporters of the rival political camps, raising concerns over political rivalry and possible violence as activities ahead of the 2027 general elections gather momentum.

The police intervention helped prevent the disagreement from escalating into a physical confrontation.

The development comes amid increasing political mobilisation across the country, with different parties and support groups stepping up activities ahead of the 2027 polls.

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The incident has also renewed concerns about the need for political groups to maintain order and allow supporters of different parties to exercise their political rights without intimidation or violence.

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