there was palpable tension at the national secretariat of the Social Democratic Party in Abuja on Thursday, following reports that security operatives stormed the premises shortly after the presidential screening of Adewole Adebayo.
The unexpected development reportedly caused panic among party officials, staff, and supporters, many of whom were left confused about the purpose of the operation.
According to sources within the party, Adebayo had just completed his presidential nomination screening when police officers allegedly moved into the area in the early hours of the day.
Witnesses described a tense atmosphere, with party members scrambling to understand what was happening as security personnel took positions around the secretariat.
Reacting to the incident, Adebayo did not hold back. He accused the administration of Bola Ahmed Tinubu of attempting to intimidate opposition voices and interfere in the internal processes of the party.
He claimed the move was part of a broader effort to weaken opposition parties ahead of the 2027 general elections.
“Tinubu wants one-man rule in Nigeria. We will defeat him,” Adebayo said, describing the alleged action as undemocratic and politically motivated.
He also mentioned individuals he alleged were involved in efforts to disrupt the party’s activities, insisting that the incident was aimed at frustrating his presidential ambition.
As tension grew, some party supporters expressed fear that the situation could escalate into a wider clampdown on opposition activities.
However, as of the time of reporting, the Nigeria Police Force has not issued any official statement regarding the alleged operation at the SDP headquarters.
With political activities gradually intensifying ahead of 2027, the incident has added another layer of uncertainty, raising fresh concerns about the space for opposition politics and the conduct of democratic processes in the country.