Sokoto

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Sokoto
politics4 h ago

Former Sokoto governor accuses APC of failing Nigerians

Senator Aminu Waziri Tambuwal criticized the All Progressives Congress for poverty, hunger, and insecurity across the country. He made the remarks at an African Democratic Congress presidential campaign event in Sokoto.

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Sokoto
politics4 h ago

ADC Candidate Assures Massive Vote Delivery for Atiku in Sokoto

A Sokoto State governorship candidate for the African Democratic Congress (ADC) pledged significant electoral support for Atiku Abubakar in 2027. The assurance was given at the ADC presidential campaign launch.

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Sokoto
crime5 h ago

Two allegedly shot in Sokoto ahead of political rally

Two individuals, reportedly supporters of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), were allegedly shot by community guards in Sokoto. The incident occurred before a planned party rally.

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Sokoto
politics6 h ago

Opposition supporters chant against Tinubu at Sokoto rally

African Democratic Congress supporters gathered in Sokoto for the party's presidential campaign flag-off on Wednesday. Attendees repeatedly chanted slogans expressing opposition to President Bola Tinubu's administration.

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Sokoto
politics7 h ago

Atiku, Oyegun, Naja’atu, Dino Melaye arrive Sokoto for ADC campaign

Prominent political figures, including Atiku Abubakar and John Odigie-Oyegun, arrived in Sokoto for the African Democratic Congress campaign inauguration. The group gathered for the presidential campaign flag-off.

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Sokoto
politics7 h ago

Atiku Abubakar to launch ADC presidential campaign in Sokoto

Former Vice-President Atiku Abubakar will launch the African Democratic Congress (ADC) presidential campaign in Sokoto. The event is scheduled for November 4, 2026, ahead of the 2027 general elections.

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Sokoto
politics7 h ago

Tinubu Movement Warns Atiku Over National Security Politicization

The Tinubu Movement for Sustainable Governance Foundation cautioned Atiku Abubakar against politicizing national security. This follows DSS investigation into Atiku's claims of mobilized protesters in Sokoto.

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Sokoto
politics9 h ago

ADC Keeps Presidential Campaign Venue Secret After Sokoto Government Rift

The African Democratic Congress is concealing its presidential campaign kickoff venue in Sokoto due to security concerns. This decision follows a rift with the state government.

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Sokoto
politics14 h ago

ADC Pledges to Continue Sokoto Campaign Amid Alleged Intimidation

The African Democratic Congress (ADC) intends to proceed with its Sokoto campaign. The party alleges the state government is attempting to intimidate the opposition.

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Sokoto
politics14 h ago

ADC accuses Sokoto government of intimidation, demands office reopening

The African Democratic Congress (ADC) accused the Sokoto State Government of intimidation through police action. The party demands the reopening of its sealed state campaign office.

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Nigeria
governance1 d ago

Governor Lawal Calls Sultan a Beacon of Unity and Stability

Zamfara State Governor Dauda Lawal described the Sultan of Sokoto as a unifying leader promoting stability. He spoke at the Sultan's 20th coronation anniversary.

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Sokoto
politics1 d ago

Atiku Abubakar accuses DSS of plotting to disrupt Sokoto rally

Atiku Abubakar accused the DSS of recruiting protesters for a Sokoto rally. This was allegedly planned to disrupt the event and justify a curfew.

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