The Kebbi State Government has accused the African Democratic Congress (ADC) and its governorship candidate, Abubakar Malami, of exploiting insecurity and the suffering of banditry victims for political advantage ahead of the 2027 general elections
In a statement issued on Sunday by the Special Adviser on Communication and Strategy to Governor Nasir Idris, the government alleged that opposition politicians were visiting Internally Displaced Persons (IDP) camps and communities affected by banditry mainly to score political points rather than show genuine concern for the victims.
The statement accused the ADC leadership of building its campaign around allegations against the government, attempts to incite civil servants, and criticism of the administration’s handling of insecurity.
It further claimed the party was using promises of improved workers’ welfare and the construction of a new state secretariat to turn civil servants against the government.
The government specifically criticised visits by ADC leaders and candidates to affected communities and IDP camps, describing them as politically motivated. It accused Malami of displaying “crocodile tears” during a visit to Jega and also faulted the party’s House of Representatives candidate for Koko/Besse/Maiyama Federal Constituency, Shehu Muhammed Koko, over his conduct during a condolence visit.
The statement noted that Governor Idris had visited Sakaba, Danko/Wasagu and Shanga local government areas, where he announced the deployment of additional armoured vehicles and military personnel to strengthen security operations.
However, a political aide to Malami dismissed the allegations, saying they showed that the ruling party was afraid of the opposition. “All they are doing is because they are afraid of the kind of opposition we are giving them,” he said.
