BREAKING: Gunshot rocks PDP headquarters amid factional clash

Chaos erupted at the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) national headquarters in Abuja on Tuesday as two rival factions attempted to hold separate meetings at the same venue.

The National Working Committee (NWC) elected in Ibadan, Oyo State, and the faction supported by FCT Minister Nyesom Wike had both scheduled meetings for the day.

Samuel Anyanwu, National Secretary of the pro-Wike faction, arrived at the Wadata Plaza along with members of his group. Shortly after, members of the Taminu Turaki-led faction also showed up but were barred from entering the premises.

Tension escalated when two governors from the Turaki faction forced their way into the building. As other members attempted to follow, security operatives fired gunshots and deployed teargas to disperse the crowd, causing panic and prompting many to flee to safety.

Earlier, while speaking to journalists in his office, Anyanwu described the heightened security as a precaution to maintain law and order. He also stated that his faction was prepared for both the Board of Trustees (BoT) and National Executive Committee (NEC) meetings.

Details soon.