A dynamite explosion has rocked the secretariat of the Action People’s Party (APP) in Port Harcourt, Rivers State.
The incident occurred on Monday morning around 1 am and has reportedly caused damage to the building and its contents.
According to eyewitnesses, unknown assailants hurled dynamite-like substances into the building, shattering windows and doors, as well as destroying party property.
The explosion comes amid rumours that Governor Siminalayi Fubara plans to defect to the APP with his supporters, following allegations that his predecessor, Nyesom Wike, has taken control of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in the state.
A party official, who wished to remain anonymous, described the attack as politically motivated.
“Yes, I’m a member of the APP. I was informed of the attack at about 3 am today. This is politically motivated, and there’s no doubt about it. They know that the APP is a fast-growing political party in the state. We call on the police to investigate this and arrest the culprits.”
The police command in the state said it is currently unaware of the incident.