ADC Accuses Sokoto Government Of Political Sabotage, Holds Governor Responsible For Possible Violence
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has accused the Sokoto State Government of attempting to frustrate its political activities, warning that Governor Ahmed Aliyu would be held personally responsible for any violence against opposition members in the state.
The party alleged that the state government was deliberately creating obstacles to its planned campaign activities in a bid to intimidate the opposition and prevent it from freely mobilising supporters ahead of the elections.
The ADC made its position known in a press statement dated November 3, 2026, signed by its National Publicity Secretary, Mallam Bolaji Abdullahi.
It described the alleged actions as an assault on democratic principles and the constitutional rights of political parties to organise, campaign and seek public support without intimidation.
According to the party, no elected governor has the authority to restrict political competition or determine which candidates and parties are allowed to engage with voters.
“Public office is a temporary mandate from the people, not a licence to suppress political competition. No governor has the power to decide which party can campaign, which candidate can speak, or which political choices the people of Sokoto are allowed to consider,” the statement read.
The ADC demanded an immediate end to what it described as efforts to frustrate its lawful political activities, insisting that all political parties must be given equal opportunities to operate in the state.
It also cautioned security agencies against taking sides in political disputes, urging them to discharge their responsibilities in accordance with the Constitution.
The party further warned that any public official who uses the authority of office to suppress opposition activities would face legal consequences, regardless of how long it takes to secure accountability.
Reaffirming its determination to operate in Sokoto, the ADC said it would not be forced out of any part of the country because of political intimidation.
It argued that a government confident in its achievements should have no reason to fear opposition campaigns or an open electoral contest.
“If the ruling party believes it has served the people well, it should have nothing to fear from an open contest. Intimidation cannot manufacture public support, and obstruction cannot take away the people’s right to choose their leaders,” the party stated.
The ADC called on its members and supporters to remain peaceful and law-abiding, while assuring residents that it would continue to defend its right to campaign freely.
It concluded that the political future of Sokoto State belongs to its people and not to any individual governor or political party.
