‘Banditry in uniform’ — ADC-PCC gives Sokoto security agencies 24 hours over attack on candidate

The African Democratic Congress Presidential Campaign Council, ADC-PCC, has demanded swift action from Sokoto State's security forces against operatives accused of targeting its gubernatorial candidate, Munir Dan Iya. The assailants reportedly attacked Dan Iya's convoy, damaging vehicles, including his personal SUV, as he returned to the city following an engagement with former governor Aminu Waziri Tambuwal.

In a statement released on X, ADC-PCC Director of Media and Publicity Kola Ologbondiyan detailed the incident, revealing that two Department of State Services (DSS) personnel assigned to Dan Iya were also abducted during the assault. The council further accused the Sokoto Marshals of harassing motorists and targeting vehicles bearing ADC party symbols at various entrances into the city.

Dan Iya had previously reported the matter to the Sokoto State Commissioner of Police. The ADC-PCC condemned the alleged conduct, labeling it as "banditry in uniform" and a threat to democratic freedoms. They urged the Inspector-General of Police, the Sokoto State Commissioner of Police, and other security agencies to investigate the incident, secure the DSS personnel's release, and apprehend those responsible.

The council warned that if no action is taken within 24 hours, they may resort to additional lawful measures to safeguard their members' political rights.