Sokoto Government Seals ADC Office Amid Ownership Dispute

The Sokoto State Government has sealed an office belonging to the African Democratic Congress (ADC) following disturbances involving its supporters and suspected miscreants. Barrister Nasiru Dantsoho, the Commissioner for Lands and Housing, announced this decision on Monday, emphasizing the need to protect lives and property.

Upon reviewing the certificate of occupancy and related documents, the government found that the property originally belonged to the defunct Savannah Bank, with no official change in ownership recorded. Dantsoho mentioned that the government has contacted the Nigeria Deposit Insurance Corporation (NDIC) to confirm the current ownership but has not yet received a response.

The office will remain sealed until ownership is clarified, and Dantsoho warned against any attempts to forcibly access the premises, which could lead to legal consequences. The situation arises amid increased political tension in Sokoto State, linked to allegations of attacks involving ADC supporters.