A Labour Party Senatorial Candidate in Enugu was brutally murdered on Tuesday while returning from a campaign rally, according to reports...

Labour Party Candidate and Supporters Brutally Murdered 48 Hours Before Enugu East Senatorial District Election

In a shocking development, Mr Oyibo Chukwu, the candidate of the Labour Party in the upcoming Enugu East Senatorial District election, was brutally murdered on Tuesday while returning from a campaign rally in Amechi, Awkunanaw local government area of Enugu.

According to reports, Chukwu and five of his supporters were ambushed by unknown assailants who opened fire on their vehicle. The killers then proceeded to set the car ablaze with the victims still inside.

The governorship candidate of the Labour Party, Chijioke Edeoga, reportedly confirmed the tragic incident, stating that political parties who felt threatened by the rise of the Labour Party in the state are targeting his party members for assassination.

This is not the first time that violence has marred the election campaign in the state, with reports of clashes between rival party supporters in recent weeks.

The brutal murder of Mr Chukwu and his supporters has sent shockwaves through the community, with many calling for an urgent investigation into the incident.

The killing of Mr Chukwu and his supporters is a stark reminder of the need for peaceful and transparent elections in Nigeria.

It is imperative that the authorities take swift action to bring the perpetrators of this heinous crime to justice and ensure that the election is conducted in a free, fair and safe manner.