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A consensus meeting of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Ushongo Local Government Area of Benue State descended into confusion on Monday following reports of teargas deployment, alleged thuggery, and a complete breakdown of the selection process.
Eyewitnesses told Benue Info-pedia that what started as a routine political gathering quickly turned chaotic, with participants scrambling for safety as tension escalated at the venue. One attendee described the scene “There was teargas everywhere. People were running in different directions.”
While the exact trigger of the disruption remains unclear, multiple sources alleged the presence of suspected political thugs, which further escalated the situation and forced an abrupt end to the proceedings.
The incident has raised serious questions about the credibility of the exercise, with party insiders describing the process as “deeply flawed.” Sources noted that disagreements among stakeholders may have contributed to parallel claims of candidates emerging from the meeting.
As of the time of this report, officials of the APC at both local and state levels are yet to issue an official statement clarifying the outcome of the meeting or addressing the reported security breach.
The absence of a clear position has left party members and political observers uncertain about the legitimacy of the candidates purportedly produced during the exercise. The chaos has sparked concern among observers, who warn that internal disunity and poorly managed consensus processes could undermine party cohesion ahead of future electoral activities.
Residents and stakeholders in Ushongo are now calling for transparency, accountability, and a possible review of the process to restore confidence within the party.
Benue Info-pedia will continue to monitor developments and provide updates as more verified information becomes available.
