A convoy carrying former Nigerian Minister of Justice and Attorney‑General of the Federation, Abubakar Malami, was attacked on Monday while he was in Birnin Kebbi. Malami, who now leads the African Democratic Congress in the state, had traveled to the area to offer condolences to prominent individuals who had died during his absence. Eyewitnesses reported that the assault destroyed about ten vehicles and injured several of the former minister’s supporters.
Malami claimed the attackers were thugs linked to the All Progressives Congress (APC). He said they emerged from the party’s state headquarters armed with dangerous weapons and stones, describing the incident as “a painful act clearly linked to politics.” He emphasized that he was not in the area for political campaigning and reaffirmed his commitment to Kebbi State politics, stating, “there is no retreat, no surrender.”
In response, APC Kebbi State Publicity Secretary Isa Assalafy denied any party involvement and condemned the violence, asserting that Kebbi is a peaceful state and that the government would not tolerate disruptions, especially as it looks forward to winning the 2027 elections. Assalafy also accused security personnel attached to Malami’s convoy of opening fire during the confrontation, which he said escalated the situation.
The attack on Malami’s convoy underscores the tensions and conflicts that can arise in Nigerian politics. As the country prepares for the 2027 elections, such incidents may signal an increasingly competitive and potentially volatile political landscape. The APC’s denial and Malami’s accusations highlight the need for calm and restraint amid political differences.
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