A discussion for the governorship hopefuls of four noteworthy ideological groups in Abia on Tuesday finished in turmoil, following sporadic discharges at Abia Hotels, Umuahia, scene of the activity.

News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the discharges and teargas cannisters were let go by security associates to Gov. Okezie Ikpeazu and Dr. Alex Otti, the governorship applicant of the All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA) to contain the circumstance.

The shooting and teargas caused a charge on the inn premises, as scores of individuals, including newsmen and supporters of the hopefuls at the scene, rushed to various bearings in an edgy offer to avoid being hit by projectiles.

All the while, many tumbled down, supporting wounds and minor wounds, while attempting to escape through the principle entryway, which was the main leave course in the inn.

Inconvenience began following the strain splashed discussion, when the senator's motorcade was going to leave the setting.

Source: https://hi247.com.ng/2019-surveys-abia-governorship-banter-finishes-in-turmoil/22/01/2019/