Unknown gunmen have attacked Rivers State Governor, Rotimi Amaechi’s convoy in Port Harcourt, the state capital on Thursday , March 26, Premium Times reports.
Gunmen open fire on Governor's convoy
The gunmen were reported to have opened fire on the Governor’s entourage, leaving at least two people injured.
Recommended articles
According to the governor’s spokesperson, David Iyofor, the gunmen shot at Amaechi in Rumuolumeni, Obio Akpor, area of Port Harcourt.
Obio Akpor is the home of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) governorship candidate, Nyesom Wike, who is known to have a dispute with governor over the choice of his (Amaechi) successor, Dakuku Peterside.
Governor Amaechi was reportedly in Obio Akpor to campaign for the candidates of the All Progressives Congress (APC), blaming the attack on the opposition PDP.
JOIN OUR PULSE COMMUNITY!
ADVERTISEMENT
Eyewitness? Submit your stories now via social or:
Email: eyewitness@pulse.ng
Recommended articles
Dr Bello appointed chairman of Code of Conduct Bureau (CCB) by Tinubu
Don't curse, condemn Nigeria in your sermons - Tinubu tells clerics
Lagos postpones eagerly anticipated Easter boat regatta indefinitely
Third Mainland Bridge reopens in 1 week, formal ceremony later - Minister
Sanwo-Olu opens 'Sunday market' on Good Friday for Easter shopping
Wike thanks Tinubu for the opportunity to serve
Barrister Bida pens special birthday prayer for President Tinubu, Nigerians
Tinubu’s aide distributes food items to 1,750 persons in FCT, Kwara
Court grants senator accused of forging NYSC certificate ₦50m bail
Pulse Sports
Nigeria vs Mali: Has Finidi George done enough to land Super Eagles job permanently?
I want to emulate Keshi and win the AFCON - Finidi George shares ambitious Super Eagles dream
Michelle Alozie: I had to do it because of African referees
AC Milan star reveals he was named after Super Eagles legend Tijani Babangida
Give him the job! Super Eagles fans beg NFF to make Finidi George permanent coach after Nigeria's win over Ghana
Super Eagles 2-1 Black Stars: Nigerians praise Iwobi, Lookman, Finidi George after friendly victory against Ghana
ADVERTISEMENT