The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has voiced concern over recent United States airstrikes on suspected terrorist sites in Sokoto State, Nigeria. The party sees the strikes as evidence of the government’s inability to manage the nation’s security challenges effectively. In a statement, ADC National Publicity Secretary Bolaji Abdullahi acknowledged the serious threats facing Nigeria but warned that the presence of foreign troops on Nigerian soil raises questions about sovereignty and governance.
While the ADC supports measures aimed at restoring security, it stresses that protecting lives and defeating terrorism must remain the nation’s top priority. The party opposes any physical presence or operations by foreign military forces in Nigeria, citing concerns for the country’s independence. It described the U.S. Africa Command (AFRICOM) airstrikes on December 25, 2025, as a desperate, temporary step that should not replace Nigeria‑led solutions to domestic security problems.
The opposition accused President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration of incompetence, arguing that the foreign strike reflects a failure of leadership. The ADC contends that the government has treated national security and diplomacy as secondary concerns, focusing primarily on revenue generation. It also criticized the manner in which Nigerians were informed about the airstrikes, calling the communication troubling. The news was first announced via a social‑media post by the American President, with the Nigerian government responding later through a Ministry of Foreign Affairs spokesperson.
The ADC called on the federal government to be transparent and to clearly inform Nigerians about the number of terrorists killed in the strike, while taking full responsibility for securing the country. The incident has significant implications for Nigeria’s sovereignty and security. The party’s statement underscores the need for the government to prioritize national security and diplomacy to ensure the country’s independence is not compromised. As the situation develops, the federal government is expected to provide more information about the airstrikes and its plans to address Nigeria’s security challenges.
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