A former governorship aspirant on the platform of the Peoples Democratic Party in Ogun state Mr. Segun Showunmi, has been attacked at the venue of the election petition tribunal, in Abeokuta, Ogun state capital .
Many believed that the thugs are those loyal to the ruling All Progressive Congress in the state.
Showunmi, who was a governorship aspirant was approaching the entrance of the Isabo court premises, venue of the Ogun State election petition tribunal when he was attacked.
Suspecting danger, Showunmi made to escape from the scene but was prevented as the thugs swooped on him beating him canes and sticks. The PDP chieftain tried to call the attention of security men to the incident but appeared to have been ignored.
He left behind his car as he was driven out of the place by another one.