Gunfire has been reported in the Rumuepirikom community, the hometown of the Federal Capital Territory Minister, Chief Nyesom Wike, amidst the local government council elections in Rivers State.
According to sources, unidentified gunmen arrived at the Obio/Akpor Local Government Area, where they opened fire, causing panic and scaring people away from participating in the election. This followed earlier warnings from individuals who told residents to stay indoors.
Reports suggest that one person has sustained a bullet injury and has been taken to a medical facility for treatment.
Further details are awaited as the situation unfolds.
