The Digest:
The internal crisis within Nigeria's Labour Party turned physical as factional chairman Julius Abure was assaulted at Benin Airport by a party member, highlighting the deepening divisions and tensions plaguing the opposition party. The incident, which occurred during air travel from Abuja, underscores the volatile atmosphere surrounding the party's leadership struggles.
Key Points:
- Labour Party chairman Julius Abure was physically attacked at Benin Airport
- Assailant identified as content creator Precious Oruche ("Mama P")
- Confrontation began at the Abuja airport boarding queue and continued during the flight
- Attacker cited anger over the party's direction and Peter Obi's departure
- Security personnel intervened upon landing in Benin, suspect was handed over to the police
- LP leadership describes the incident as "suicidal aggression" by political agents
- Party calls for police investigation into assault and cyberbullying claims
Sources: Daily Trust
