The Imo State chapter of the Young Progressives Party (YPP) has condemned what it described as an attack on its state secretariat in Owerri, calling on security agencies to investigate the incident and bring those responsible to justice.

The party said the attack occurred at about 3:30 a.m. on Sunday at its secretariat located at Ama Wire, Orji, along Okigwe Road, Owerri, when unidentified men reportedly arrived in an unmarked Toyota Sienna vehicle and vandalised party property.

In a statement issued by the party’s Publicity Secretary, Obiakor Bennett II, the YPP alleged that the attackers tore down two large banners mounted at the entrance of the secretariat before attempting to force their way into the premises. According to the party, security personnel on duty prevented the suspects from gaining access to the building.

The party described the incident as an act of vandalism and suspected political intimidation, claiming it appeared to be a targeted attack because only its signboards were destroyed, while nearby businesses and organisations were left untouched.

According to the statement, the matter has been officially reported to the Nigeria Police, and the party is demanding a thorough investigation to identify those behind the attack.

The YPP, under the leadership of its Imo State Chairman, Rt. Hon. Michael Anyanwu, said it would not be intimidated or discouraged by acts of political violence. The party maintained that the incident had only strengthened its resolve to continue offering what it described as a credible political alternative ahead of the 2027 general elections.

The party also urged its members and supporters across the state to remain calm, vigilant and law-abiding while continuing to mobilise for its political activities. It appealed to the Imo State Government, the Nigeria Police Force and other security agencies to ensure the protection of all political parties operating in the state.

As of the time of filing this report, the Nigeria Police had not issued an official statement on the incident, and no arrests had been announced.