Igbos living in the Abule Ado area of Lagos State have reportedly been attacked by some yet-to-be-identified thugs although the police have countered.
Africa Today News, New York gathered that the incident occurred hours after the governorship and house of the assembly took place in most parts of the state.
A trending video shows two young Igbo men being carried into a vehicle after they were allegedly wounded by suspected political thugs.
Located near Festac Town in Amuwo Odofin Local Government Area, Abule Ado has a large population of Southeasterners.
Reacting, Police Public Relations Officer, SP Benjamin Hundeyin confirmed the security agency has restored normalcy.
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The spokesperson said an intra-community fight broke out in the area earlier this morning resulting in destruction to property.
‘Owing to the timely arrival of the police, no life was lost and no property was razed as widely claimed
‘Two persons have been arrested and investigation has commenced into the matter. Police officers remain on ground to prevent further breakdown of law and order,‘ the PRO added.
Meanwhile, the Lagos State governorship candidate of the Labour Party, Gbadebo Rhodes-Vivour has alleged that the ruling party All Progressives Congress (APC), and the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) colluded during the governorship election on Saturday, and it was a slap on the face of democracy.
Rhodes-Vivour, who made this known on Twitter on Sunday evening alleged that the results published by the INEC have not displayed the aspirations of many residents of Lagos.
While applauding Lagosians for their enormous support in the quest to birth a new Nigeria, Rhodes-Vivour popularly known as, GRV, expressed displeasure over violence and gross disenfranchisement of the electorate.
Africa Today News, New York can confirm that the incumbent Governor of the State, Babajide Sanwo Olu has been declared winner by the electoral umpire.