ADC Demands Zulum's Clarification on Arrest Directive
The African Democratic Congress Presidential Campaign Council (ADC PCC) has called for an explanation from Borno State Governor Babagana Zulum concerning a viral video where he purportedly directed the arrest of anyone expressing the slogan “Tinubu Must Go.” This demand follows Zulum's previous denial of ordering the arrest of individuals wearing “Tinubu Must Go” T-shirts. In a statement by ADC PCC's Director of Strategic Communications, Phrank Shaibu, the council expressed concern over the implications of the video on citizens' democratic rights.
They emphasized that peaceful political expression is protected under democratic principles and that no governor has the authority to criminalize such expressions. The ADC PCC urged Zulum to retract any directives targeting peaceful protesters and to ensure that no one would be arrested solely for opposing President Bola Tinubu.
This controversy arises amid increasing political activity as Nigeria approaches the 2027 general elections.
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