Group Defends Sheriff, Says Boko Haram Allegations Unproven
• Coalition backs Tinubu’s choice of former Borno governor as North-East campaign coordinator, alleges political motive behind renewed attacks Michael Olugbode in Abuja The Grassroots Coalition for Change (GCC) has
The Grassroots Coalition for Change (GCC) has defended President Bola Tinubu's choice of former Borno State Governor, Senator Ali Modu Sheriff, to serve as the APC North-East Zonal Campaign Coordinator for the 2027 presidential election. The GCC maintains that the decision is strategic and aimed at bolstering the party's grassroots mobilisation in the region.
They reject allegations linking Sheriff to Boko Haram as unsubstantiated and politically motivated. They argue that Sheriff's extensive political experience, knowledge of the North-East, and relationships with stakeholders across the region make him well-positioned for the role. The coalition accuses unnamed political interests of launching a fresh media campaign against Sheriff immediately after his appointment, suggesting the timing raises questions about the motive behind the attacks.
The GCC argues that the renewed campaign against Sheriff appears designed to damage his reputation and weaken his capacity to mobilise political support for President Tinubu ahead of the 2027 election. They specifically reject attempts to portray Sheriff as the originator of Boko Haram, stating that the allegation has never been established.
The GCC urges Nigerians to treat unproven allegations as such and not to allow the controversy surrounding Sheriff to distract from the party's campaign preparations.
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