The Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, has accused supporters of the opposition Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) of wreaking havoc in his community in Effurun, Uvwie Local Government Area of Delta State — destroying President Bola Tinubu’s campaign materials and looting local businesses.
Keyamo made the claim in a post on his X account late Sunday, saying the incident occurred on Friday, September 18, 2026. He shared video footage showing people wearing insignia associated with the Obi-Kwankwaso movement moving through the streets and damaging property. A narrator in the clip, identified as “Aproko King,” said NDC supporters, allegedly accompanied by security personnel, went on a rampage through the community.
“I want the world to see what the NDC’s thugs came to my community in Effurun, Uvwie LGA of Delta State, to do,” Keyamo wrote. “They wrecked havoc on billboards posted by the Tompolo Door-to-Door Campaign Organisation, entered people’s shops with dangerous weapons, and looted them.”
He accused parts of the press and human rights groups of showing “double standards,” saying they remained silent because the victims were APC supporters. “If the situation were reversed against the APC, the biased section of the press and so-called human rights groups would be screaming to high heavens, but since this happened, everywhere is mute,” he wrote.
Comparing the incident with the recent blockade of Peter Obi’s entourage in Benue State — which he had previously condemned — Keyamo said the destruction in Effurun was far worse. “What happened in Benue is nothing compared to this. The double standards everywhere are sickening,” he added.
Keyamo also alleged that some perpetrators were emboldened by the presence of law-enforcement officers who appeared to be working with them. “The thugs were even accompanied by law-enforcement agents on their payroll. As the foremost political leader in that community, I will not let this slide. I have warned everyone not to resort to self-help,” he said.
He said he would submit a petition to the Inspector‑General of Police, Olatunji Disu, this week demanding a thorough investigation. “I will be submitting a petition to the Inspector‑General of Police this week to investigate this incident and bring all those found wanting to book—even if it involves APC leaders who may have crossed the line,” Keyamo wrote. “Disciplinary action should also be taken against the law‑enforcement agents in their midst who condoned the looting and destruction of properties. Some of us are now ready for the long haul.”
