The African Democratic Congress (ADC) Campaign Council in Borno State has firmly rejected accusations that it deployed political thugs to derail an All Progressives Congress (APC) political gathering in Gwoza Local Government Area. This official response follows claims made public by federal lawmakers regarding security breaches during the campaign season.
Speaking in Maiduguri, the Director of Communications for the Borno ADC Campaign Council, Bukar Bukar-Petrol, addressed journalists on Monday, November 9, 2026, clarifying that the party's outreach efforts across Gwoza communities were orderly and centered on peaceful political participation.
The controversy emerged in the wake of statements by Senator Ali Ndume, who represents Borno South Senatorial District. Senator Ndume had publicly accused the opposition party of masterminding a disruption during an APC rally held on Friday, November 6, 2026.
What did the ADC campaign leadership state regarding the incident?
Addressing the accusations, Bukar-Petrol emphasized that the party maintains a strict policy against political violence and civil unrest. He noted that the ADC delegation moved through various settlements, including Pulka, visited the local monarch's palace, and interacted with internally displaced persons (IDP) camps without encountering or instigating any form of confrontation.
"The ADC Campaign Council, Borno State, wishes to clearly dissociate itself from any act of violence, civil disorder or activity capable of undermining peace and security in Gwoza or any other part of Borno State," Bukar-Petrol stated during his media briefing.
Challenging the allegations, the communications director urged Senator Ndume to substantiate his claims with credible documentation, such as an official police report verifying that ADC members were responsible for disrupting the ruling party's event.
The ADC leadership reaffirmed its dedication to lawful campaign practices, maintaining that its primary objective is to engage voters constructively and advance the democratic aspirations of citizens throughout Borno State ahead of upcoming electoral milestones.