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Press Statement from the Office of the Aspiring National Youth Leader, African Democratic Congress (ADC)

Published by Wisdom Tide 
August 30th, 2025
Violent Attack on ADC Stakeholders’ Meeting in Kaduna

I, Abdul-Malik Rabiu Jaafar, Aspirant for the position of National Youth Leader of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), deeply condemn and bring to the attention of Nigerians and the international community the violent disruption of our peaceful stakeholders’ meeting and leadership inauguration held today at the NUT Conference Hall, Kaduna.

The gathering, which commenced in an atmosphere of unity and purpose, was attended by party stakeholders, respected leaders, and dignitaries across political divides. Unfortunately, this peaceful event was abruptly disrupted by suspected APC-sponsored thugs, leaving over 50 persons injured and several vehicles belonging to participants destroyed.

Dignitaries in Attendance

The event was graced by eminent personalities, including:

Mallam Nasir El-Rufai, Former Governor of Kaduna State

Hon. Jaafaru Sani, Deputy National Chairman, ADC (Northwest)

Alhaji Bashir Sa’idu, former Chief of Staff, Kaduna State

Hon. Nasir Maikano, SDP Kaduna State Chairman

Mrs. Sarah Kagarko, ADC Deputy National Women Leader

Hon. Aliyu Bello, former PDP Kaduna State Youth Leader and Financial Secretary

Engr. Shamsudeen Lawal (Prof.), SA to H.E. Alhaji Atiku Abubakar

Hon. Hafiz Bayero

Hajiya Aisha Mai-rago

Hon. Muhammad Saeed Muhammad Namallama, ADC National Youth Vanguard Northwest Coordinator

Hon. Jeffery Yakubu, Organizing Secretary, ADC Media Forum

Myself, alongside many other distinguished leaders and party members.


APC’s Politics of Violence

This brazen attack represents yet another instance of the APC’s increasing reliance on thuggery and intimidation to silence opposition voices in Kaduna State. Rather than engaging in healthy political competition, the ruling party has chosen to perpetuate fear and violence, clearly revealing its anxiety over the rising popularity and strength of the ADC and other progressive platforms.

Call for Justice and Accountability

We call on Nigeria’s security agencies to rise to their constitutional responsibility by identifying, arresting, and prosecuting the perpetrators and their sponsors. Democracy cannot flourish in an environment where fear and violence are weaponized against citizens and political opponents.

ADC’s Unwavering Resolve

Let it be unequivocally stated: this attack will not deter the ADC, nor will it silence the collective voice of Nigerian youths yearning for genuine change. On the contrary, it has strengthened our determination to unite, mobilize, and liberate Kaduna and Nigeria at large from a system that thrives on intimidation and lawlessness.

The ADC remains a symbol of peace, progress, and people-centered governance. We will never bow to violence. Instead, we will continue to stand with Nigerian youths and progressive citizens committed to building a nation where democracy—not thuggery—reigns supreme.

Signed

Abdul-Malik Rabiu Jaafar
Aspirant, ADC National Youth Leader

Media Inquiries

Hon. Musa Yusuf Musa Lafia – 09037022068 (Aspiring Youth Leader, ADC Nasarawa State)

Hon. Muhammad Saeed Muhammad Namallam – 07063916568 (Zonal Coordinator, ADC Northwest Youth Vanguard)

Hon. Jeffery Yakubu – 08160113578 (Organizing Secretary, ADC Media Forum)

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