{
  "id": 18655197,
  "title": "Malami condemns alleged attacks on ADC supporters in Kebbi, demands probe",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/07/malami-condemns-alleged-attacks-on-adc-supporters-in-kebbi-demands",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-11-07T05:04:20.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Daily Post Nigeria",
    "slug": "daily-post-nigeria",
    "url": "https://dailypost.ng/2026/11/07/malami-condemns-alleged-attacks-on-adc-supporters-in-kebbi-demands-probe/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Kebbi State Governorship candidate of the African Democratic Congress, Abubakar Malami, has denounced alleged assaults and intimidation against his campaign team during the party's presidential campaign flag-off in Birnin Kebbi. According to Malami, political henchmen attacked members of the campaign convoy, destroyed media equipment, and dispersed tear gas in areas where members of the visiting delegation were present. He appealed for an investigation into these incidents, especially any suspected involvement of government bodies or security forces. Furthermore, Malami demanded a fair inquiry into the demolition of his Pressure Group headquarters along Sani Abacha Bypass in Birnin Kebbi. He criticized the state government for denying any involvement and attributing the demolition to a private ownership dispute, asserting that such a claim should not hinder transparency and accountability. Malami emphasized that political disagreements should not result in threats, property damage, or limitations on opposition activities. He implored the Kebbi State Government, security forces, and political figures to uphold freedom of speech, association, and peaceful assembly, ensuring citizens can engage in the political process without hindrance. Additionally, Malami identified banditry, displacement, poverty, food insecurity, and disruption of agricultural activities as significant challenges facing Kebbi State. He urged the government to prioritize resources for safeguarding farmers, enhancing education and healthcare, alleviating hardship, and creating opportunities for the youth. Malami urged ADC supporters to maintain peaceful and lawful engagement in political affairs.",
  "summary": "The Kebbi State governorship candidate of the African Democratic Congress, ADC, Abubakar Malami, has condemned alleged intimidation and attacks on members of his campaign team during the party’s presidential campaign flag-off in Birnin Kebbi. Malami, in a statement issued on Friday by his Special Assistant on Media, Mohammed Bello Doka, alleged that political thugs attacked […] Malami condemns…",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}