ADC demands arrest of Kuje council chair over ‘support APC or leave’ remark

The African Democratic Congress has called for the arrest and prosecution of Danjuma Shekwolo, the chairman of Kuje Area Council in the Federal Capital Territory. This follows a remark he made asking residents to support the All Progressives Congress or leave the council.

Shekwolo had said in a video that he would not tolerate opposition from residents who had benefited from the efforts of President Bola Tinubu and FCT Minister Nyesom Wike. He stated, according to Punch Nigeria, "I have said in my area council, it's either you are doing APC or leave the area council. I am not arguing with you."

Shekwolo later clarified his remarks, saying they were taken out of context and did not reflect his intention or the position of his administration. He claimed the comments were made during a meeting with APC youths and loyalists while discussing administrative efficiency, local development, and community welfare.

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