Sokoto must not descend into political violence, ADC warns as Dan’iya survives airport attack
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Sun, 1 Nov 2026, 10:01
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The Sokoto state Chapter of the party called on the Nigeria Police Force, the Department of State Services (DSS) and the Sokoto State Government to investigate the reported attack and ensure that those responsible are brought to justice. By Musa Ubandawaki, Sokoto SOKOTO: The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has raised the alarm over what it described as a disturbing escalation of political violence and intimidation in Sokoto State, following an alleged gun attack on its governorship candidate, Manir Muhammad Dan’iya, at the Sultan Abubakar III International Airport, Sokoto.
Context & Background
✦The ADC further alleged during the conference that, personnel of the Sokoto Marshals and Sokoto Community Guards, security outfits owned by the state government, were involved in the incident.
Key Figures & Named Entities
2027:The party during a press conference in response to attack by suspected Gunmen on ADC Gubernatorial candidate Manir Muhammad Dan’iya Gunmen warned that the growing tension, if left unchecked, could undermine democratic freedoms, threaten public safety and plunge the state into a dangerous political crisis ahead of the 2027 general elections.Friday:The Director General of the ADC Sokoto state Gubernatorial campaign council Hon. Muhammad Bello Goronyo said the incident occurred on Friday October 30,2026 involved Dan’iya, popularly known as Walin Sokoto, whose convoy was allegedly attacked by suspected gunmen shortly after his arrival at the airport.2026:The ADC said its presidential campaign flag-off, rescheduled for November 4, 2026, would proceed as planned, urging its supporters to remain calm, disciplined and law-abiding.
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Key Takeaways
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✦The Sokoto state Chapter of the party called on the Nigeria Police Force, the Department of State Services (DSS) and the Sokoto State Government to investigate the reported attack and ensure that those responsible are brought to justice.
✦By Musa Ubandawaki, Sokoto SOKOTO: The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has raised the alarm over what it described as a disturbing escalation of political violence and intimidation in Sokoto State, following an alleged gun attack on its governorship candidate, Manir Muhammad Dan’iya, at the Sultan Abubakar III International Airport, Sokoto.
✦The ADC further alleged during the conference that, personnel of the Sokoto Marshals and Sokoto Community Guards, security outfits owned by the state government, were involved in the incident.
Key Facts:2027: The party during a press conference in response to attack by suspected Gunmen on ADC Gubernatorial candidate Manir Muhammad Dan’iya Gunmen warned that the growing tension, if left unchecked, could undermine democratic freedoms, threaten public safety and plunge the state into a dangerous political crisis ahead of the 2027 general elections.Friday: The Director General of the ADC Sokoto state Gubernatorial campaign council Hon. Muhammad Bello Goronyo said the incident occurred on Friday October 30,2026 involved Dan’iya, popularly known as Walin Sokoto, whose convoy was allegedly attacked by suspected gunmen shortly after his arrival at the airport.2026: The ADC said its presidential campaign flag-off, rescheduled for November 4, 2026, would proceed as planned, urging its supporters to remain calm, disciplined and law-abiding.
Editorial Excerpt
The Sokoto state Chapter of the party called on the Nigeria Police Force, the Department of State Services (DSS) and the Sokoto State Government to investigate the reported attack and ensure that those responsible are brought to justice.
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The Sokoto state Chapter of the party called on the Nigeria Police Force, the Department of State Services (DSS) and the Sokoto State Government to investigate the reported attack and ensure that those responsible are brought to justice.
Who are the key organizations or public figures mentioned?
By Musa Ubandawaki, Sokoto SOKOTO: The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has raised the alarm over what it described as a disturbing escalation of political violence and intimidation in Sokoto State, following an alleged gun attack on its governorship candidate, Manir Muhammad Dan’iya, at the Sultan Abubakar III International Airport, Sokoto.
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The party during a press conference in response to attack by suspected Gunmen on ADC Gubernatorial candidate Manir Muhammad Dan’iya Gunmen warned that the growing tension, if left unchecked, could undermine democratic freedoms, threaten public safety and plunge the state into a dangerous political crisis ahead of the 2027 general elections.
