Rarara Escapes Attack After Tinubu Song Triggers Protest At Abuja’s Monaliza Park

According to a report by Leadership News, on Saturday, October 3, 2026, Popular Nigerian political singer Dauda Kahutu Rarara reportedly escaped an attack by angry youths during an event at Monaliza Park in Abuja on Saturday, October 3, 2026, after tensions reportedly erupted over a song in support of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu.

According to a report by Leadership News, the incident occurred while Rarara, who is widely associated with political music in support of the All Progressives Congress (APC), was performing at the Abuja venue.

The singer was reportedly attempting to perform a song backing President Tinubu when some youths at the event allegedly objected to the political message. Accounts circulating on social media indicated that the disagreement quickly developed into a protest as some members of the audience began shouting during the performance.

The situation reportedly became more tense as protesters allegedly shouted down the singer and threw objects towards the stage.

Faced with the escalating confrontation, Rarara was said to have brought his performance to an abrupt end and sought protection from security personnel stationed at the venue.

Security operatives reportedly intervened as the situation became increasingly disorderly. According to the report, the personnel moved to disperse the crowd and restore calm, with tear gas allegedly deployed during the intervention.

The report also claimed that warning shots were fired as security personnel attempted to bring the situation under control.

The reported security response reportedly caused further panic among people at the venue, with some attendees said to have fled as security operatives escorted Rarara away from the area.

Despite the reported confrontation, there was no confirmed information at the time of publication establishing whether anyone sustained injuries during the incident.

It was similarly unclear whether security agencies arrested any of the individuals allegedly involved in the disturbance.

There was also no official confirmation from the police or other relevant security authorities regarding the reported use of tear gas or warning shots at the venue.

Rarara has built a public profile through political songs associated with the APC and President Tinubu. His music has frequently been used to communicate support for the ruling party and promote the administration’s policies and achievements.

The singer has also used his music to respond to criticism directed at the federal government, particularly on issues including the economy, insecurity and the impact of government policies on Nigerians.

His political performances have at times generated controversy, particularly among citizens critical of the government’s handling of economic challenges.

The reported Abuja incident comes against the backdrop of continuing public concerns over the cost of living, food prices, transportation expenses and other economic pressures facing households across Nigeria.

It also comes as political activity and grassroots mobilisation begin to intensify ahead of the 2027 general elections. Political parties and their supporters have increasingly relied on rallies, entertainment and popular culture as means of communicating political messages and engaging supporters.

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