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  • Northern youth frontiers reject ADC claims on Sokoto airstrikes

    Northern youth frontiers reject ADC claims on Sokoto airstrikes

    …defends Tinubu’s administration

    The Northern Youth Frontiers (NYF) has rejected assertions by the African Democratic Congress (ADC) linking the December 25, 2025, airstrikes in Sokoto state to alleged failures of President Bola Tinubu’s administration.

    In a statement on Sunday, the group’s northwest coordinator, Saminu Tukur, described the claims as misleading and politically motivated.

    NYF said it was compelled to respond to what it called attempts by the ADC to politicize a sensitive national security issue involving foreign military intervention on Nigerian soil.

    The group added that the ADC’s position undermines the resilience and sacrifices of Nigeria’s security forces and disregards the lawful and coordinated efforts of the Federal Government to protect citizens from terrorism.

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    He said, “The ADC’s assertion that these military actions are a direct result of the alleged incompetence of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration is not only misleading but also an affront to the resilience and determination of our national security apparatus.

    “It is indeed unfortunate that the ADC has chosen to politicize a grave matter such as foreign military intervention on Nigerian soil. In their attempts to score political points, they have failed to acknowledge the lawful and concerted efforts made by the Nigerian government to protect its citizens from the threat of terrorism.

    “Instead of fostering a spirit of unity and support for the measures being implemented to safeguard lives, the ADC has resorted to a narrative that undermines the sacrifices made by our armed forces and the sacrifices of countless Nigerians who have endured the scourge of insecurity.

    “The Northern Youth Frontiers insists that Nigerians deserve clarity regarding the outcomes of the airstrikes in Sokoto State. Specifically, we call upon the relevant authorities to disclose the number of terrorists neutralized during this operation.”

    He said transparency and accountability are vital to sustaining public trust and demonstrating the effectiveness of counterterrorism operations.

    The NYF further argued that Nigeria’s current security challenges did not originate under the Tinubu administration, stressing that terrorism and insecurity are long-standing problems inherited from previous governments, including those of former Presidents Goodluck Jonathan and Muhammadu Buhari.

    He added, “The current administration has inherited a landscape fraught with complexities, and it is disingenuous for the ADC to ignore this historical context in their critique. It is our collective responsibility to address these challenges with a united front rather than engaging in blame games that serve only to further polarize our society.

    “The Northern Youth Frontiers calls upon all political parties, including the ADC, Civil Society Organisations, to rise above partisan politics and engage in constructive dialogue that prioritizes the welfare of our citizens.

    “It is essential that we work together to devise comprehensive strategies that address the root causes of insecurity while simultaneously strengthening our military capabilities. The time for division is over; what we need now is collaboration and a commitment to the greater good of Nigeria.

    “Furthermore, we caution those who continue to escalate the situation through inflammatory rhetoric and unfounded accusations. Such actions not only undermine the morale of our security forces but also embolden those who seek to destabilize our nation.

    “The Northern Youth Frontiers will not shy away from exposing individuals and groups who choose to exploit the prevailing insecurity for their own gain. We believe that accountability is a two-way street, and those who engage in divisive politics must be held responsible for their actions.”

    Reaffirming its support for President Tinubu’s administration, the NYF urged the ADC and other stakeholders to embrace cooperation and transparency in the collective effort to safeguard lives and build a safer, more prosperous Nigeria.

    He urged the ADC and other political entities to join in fostering a culture of cooperation and transparency, one that prioritizes the security and well-being of the citizens over political expediency.

  • 2027: ADC heading for implosion like PDP, Okechukwu predicts

    2027: ADC heading for implosion like PDP, Okechukwu predicts

    • ….PDP’s crisis karma induced

    A chieftain of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), Osita Okechukwu, has warned that the African Democratic Congress (ADC) could suffer a similar implosion currently rocking the opposition Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) if it breaches the rotation convention that allows the South to complete the traditional eight years in office.

    Okechukwu, the immediate past Director-General of the Voice of Nigeria (VON), described the lingering crisis in the PDP—culminating in the rejection of the Tanimu Turaki-led faction—as karma finally catching up with the party.

    Speaking with newsmen in Abuja, he cautioned the ADC, which he alleged played a role in inducing the PDP’s political implosion, to beware of a similar fate in 2027 if it proceeds to violate the zoning arrangement. He warned that such a move would amount to a rendezvous with karma.

    Okechukwu expressed regret that if the ADC succumbs to what he described as “power gluttony” in 2027 by breaching the rotation convention and denying the South the completion of its eight years in Aso Villa, it would have no one else to blame.

    He maintained that the PDP is paying dearly for its flagrant violation of the rotation or zoning convention and Section 7 of its constitution, which mandates the rotation of the presidency between the North and the South.

    “I hope that when the ADC in 2027 plunges into the temptation of breaching the rotation convention by not allowing the South to complete the traditional eight years in Aso Villa, they will neither blame President Bola Ahmed Tinubu nor the APC for imposing a one-party system in Nigeria,” he said.

    According to him, by then, “it will amount to boarding a vehicle tagged ‘No Refund After Payment.’”

    Okechukwu recalled that warnings had been persistently issued to Ndigbo against putting all their political eggs in one basket—the PDP—since the 1999 presidential election, when the party denied its founder and former Vice President, Dr. Alex Ekwueme, the presidential ticket.

    He also cited the 2003 and 2007 elections, when Rt. Hon. Dr. Chuba Okadigbo and Rt. Hon. Edwin Umezoke were fielded as presidential candidates, as well as the 2011 and 2019 presidential elections.

    “It is my candid view that the ADC will suffer the same fate as the PDP, especially as it is on the same trajectory of breaching the rotation convention based on the false assumption that the northern electorate can simply be mobilised en masse to vote for former Vice President Atiku Abubakar,” Okechukwu said.

    “I am at a loss as to why the ADC leadership assumes that the sophisticated northern electorate will hand them 12 million votes, when it is the consensus platform of rotation that guarantees inclusion, equity and a sense of belonging,” he added.

    The former VON boss stressed that the PDP leadership should not blame President Tinubu or the Wike-led G-5 governors for the party’s implosion, but rather accept what he described as the bitter pill of karma—an outcome he warned the ADC is heading towards by omission or commission.

    He concluded by stressing that Nigeria’s Fourth Republic is firmly anchored on the zoning and rotation convention as a key pillar of national unity in a fragile and polarised polity, warning that any violent breach of the arrangement would similarly plunge the ADC into crisis, just as it has done to the PDP.

  • ADC vows to unseat APC, take over Delta in 2027

    ADC vows to unseat APC, take over Delta in 2027

    The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has declared that it possesses the political strength and organisational capacity to dislodge the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) in Delta State and take over Government House, Osadebe House, in the 2027 general elections.

    Leaders of the party said Delta State is long overdue for a change in political leadership.

    Speaking at a stakeholders’ meeting held in Asaba on Tuesday, members of the ADC Transition Committee, Hon. Ozegbe Emeka Lawrence and Mr Omonigho Anthony, said the state’s political landscape had reached a point where a new party and a fresh leadership direction had become inevitable.

    They said the ADC is positioning itself as the platform to drive the desired change, stressing that the party is approaching the 2027 elections with a clear and determined objective of winning power in the state.

    According to them, the party is not entering the race quietly but is “coming strong” with the resolve to form the next government in Delta State.

    The party’s Secretary, Hon. Ozegbe Lawrence, also compared Delta State with Akwa Ibom State, noting that although both states were created on the same date, they have recorded markedly different development trajectories over the years.

    “Anyone who travels through Uyo, Ikot Ekpene, Eket, and other major towns in Akwa Ibom, and then compares them with Warri, Asaba, Agbor, and other commercial centres in Delta State, will agree that Akwa Ibom is far ahead,” he said.

    He questioned how long Deltans would continue to “sit in a cocoon and watch the fortunes of the state being diminished,” adding that Delta State has no shortage of human resources, political sophistication, or globally accomplished professionals.

    “From the Itsekiris, Ijaws, Urhobos, Isoko, Aniocha, and Ndokwa people, Delta State has produced world-class professionals, especially in finance and banking. With all these resources, this is where we still are after over two decades,” he lamented.

    The ADC leader said this reality had motivated what he described as “healthy-minded and conscientious politicians” to pursue a change in leadership, calling on all Deltans to embrace the ADC as a platform for renewal and relief.

    He announced that the party would commence revalidation of existing members and registration of new members from December 19, noting that the exercise had already begun in some areas.

    “The purpose of this meeting is to identify key coordinators and assign them responsibilities for an aggressive membership drive across the state,” he explained.

    Responding to questions on whether former Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, is a member of the ADC, he said the ADC is a coalition platform that includes the Labour Party.

    “If the Labour Party is part of the coalition that adopted ADC as a vehicle to redirect Nigerian politics, then by extension, Peter Obi is part of that movement in principle,” he stated.

    On the party’s chances against the ruling APC and PDP in Delta State, he described politics as dynamic, recalling how political alignments had shifted rapidly in recent months.

  • ADC backs Malami, condemns EFCC’s revocation of bail

    ADC backs Malami, condemns EFCC’s revocation of bail

    The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has expressed full support for former Attorney General of the Federation (SGF), Mallam Abubakar Malami (SAN), affirming his innocence and constitutional rights following the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission’s (EFCC) revocation of his bail.

    In a statement on Saturday, ADC national publicity secretary, Mallam Bolaji Abdullahi, said the party stands firmly with Malami, describing the EFCC’s action as politically motivated rather than a genuine law enforcement measure.

    The party noted that all evidence indicates Malami did not breach any conditions of his initial bail and had fully cooperated with investigators. 

    ADC also raised concerns over the timing of the revocation, which followed Malami’s attendance at a political rally in Kebbi State, where he is seeking the governorship.

    “The timing of this action gives the impression that the EFCC’s move aims to limit Malami’s political activities rather than advance justice,” the party said.

    While reiterating support for anti-corruption efforts, ADC warned that selective investigations and the use of anti-graft agencies against political opponents undermine public confidence and weaken the credibility of the entire system. 

    The party emphasised that no government agency has the constitutional authority to suspend a citizen’s political rights or dictate where those rights can be exercised.

    Describing the politicisation of anti-corruption efforts as a form of corruption itself, ADC urged the EFCC to conduct impartial investigations and prosecutions. 

    The party demanded Malami’s immediate release on bail without conditions perceived to stifle his political ambitions, stressing that he must be presumed innocent until proven guilty by a competent court.

  • 2027: ADC sweats over possible non-realisation of Atiku-Obi ticket

    2027: ADC sweats over possible non-realisation of Atiku-Obi ticket

    • Seeks more defectors to compete

    Leaders of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) are ill at ease that the much touted Atiku Abubakar/Peter Obi ticket may not materialise ahead of the 2027 presidential election.

    Various efforts by the Atiku camp to convince   Obi to accept the party’s vice presidential ticket have proved abortive with supporters of the former Anambra State governor  insisting on ADC’s presidential ticket or nothing for him.

     Obi himself has repeatedly said he is keen on having another go at the presidential election.

    However, many influential members of the ADC who regard   Atiku as the live wire of the party  and  the older  and more experienced of the two presidential aspirants, strongly believe he should naturally fly the ticket.

     This stalemate, party sources said, is the main reason Obi has not formally registered for the ADC. 

    National Publicity Secretary of the Party,Malam Bolaji Abdullahi,acknowledged that  the non-resolution of the Atiku/Obi ticket issue was causing concern in the party.

    “Is it a conundrum? Yes. Is it a challenge? Yes. Is it something we are concerned about? Yes,” Abdulahi said of the situation yesterday.

    He spoke on Arise TV’s The Morning Show.

    But he said the Atiku–Obi dynamic should not be seen as the  “greatest threat” to Nigeria’s democracy.

    “I may not describe the situation in such superlative terms to say that it is the greatest threat to democracy at the moment,” he said.

    He said significant as the issue is for the party,it is more interested in  strengthening its national structures and developing capacity for a good  showing in 2027.

    His words:“nobody in ADC at this time is having a conversation about who the presidential candidates will be.

    “We have so much work to do, to establish our presence, to be in a position to contest elections in all the 36 states of the Federation and the FCT.

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     “So, this has preoccupied us. But we know that is an issue we have to deal with.”

     Bolaji also hinted that the ADC might adopt consensus in picking its standard bearer in the 2027 presidential election.

    He said primaries would be considered only if  consensus fails.

     “The most important thing at this time is, when we get to that point, we’ll try to engineer a consensus, which is an option for us. But if we are not able to reach a consensus, then we’ll possibly just open it up for everyone to contest. And it’s not just about Atiku and Peter Obi,” he said.

     “There are other people who are also interested in contesting the presidential race. We have to make allowance that it’s not a settled case between just Atiku and Peter Obi.’’

    Besides,he said the party remains open to working with other political parties for the purpose of forging a stronger coalition to face the ruling All Progressives  Congress (APC).

  • ‘ADC/Obi face-off, confession of collapse’

    ‘ADC/Obi face-off, confession of collapse’

    The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Lagos State has said zoning in the African Democratic Congress (ADC) has been thrown overboard, as the opposition have descended into chaos.   

    The party in a statement by its spokesman, Seye Oladejo, said: ‘’Nigeria woke up to yet another episode of opposition disarray and ideological bankruptcy, as ADC publicly ordered Peter Obi to “make up his mind” on his 2027 ambition  – while simultaneously declaring that zoning is not on the table.

    ‘’A political party that cannot decide its soul, direction or destination now wants to decide the fate of Nigeria. What Nigerians are witnessing is not opposition politics – it is a public quarrel inside a hollow coalition of contradictions.

    ‘’Today, they reject zoning. Tomorrow, they beg for relevance. Next, they issue ultimatums to the same man they once paraded as their poster boy based on some warped assumptions. What exactly do they want? Power without structure? Victory without a plan? Leadership without clarity?’’

    Oladejo said even the politically-uninitiated knew that ADC had been curated, packaged and positioned as the private vehicle for the miscarriage of one man’s lifelong presidential obsession.

    He added: ‘’Sadly for the handlers of the man in ‘Labour’, Peter Obi is part of the consideration. By this warped logic, the sudden declaration that zoning is ‘not on the table’ only confirms what was already obvious  – that within this shaky coalition, candidacy was settled even before conception. Others were merely recruited later to make up the numbers, decorate the illusion, share the confusion and pick crumbs at the banquet of a pre-written ambition.

    ‘’It is a coalition without democracy, without fairness and without future  – a political engineering tailor-made to fail.

    ‘’The deeper dilemma is this: Peter Obi has perfected a strange political posture  – that of a presidential aspirant who hardly competes, but rather positions and waits patiently like a panther, stalking political parties in distress to strike when desperation peaks.’’

    The statement said with the unwieldy number of political parties in Nigeria, there was no prize for successfully guessing that, just like the 2023 Presidential Election, another free presidential ticket – like political manna  – was being patiently awaited to fall mysteriously on Obi’s lap.

    It added: ‘’At this critical juncture, it has become expedient to warn the opposition to stop distracting President Bola Ahmed Tinubu with needless politicking and manufactured drama. There is no dispute about the enormous national challenges before the nation, and President Tinubu remains steadily, courageously and competently poised to overcome them for the collective betterment of Nigerians.

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    ‘’APC as the ruling party has no reason to jump the gun on electioneering. Our numerous achievements across infrastructure, economy, security, social investment, education, health, transportation and national reforms will speak loudly for us at the appropriate time.

    ‘’The opposition, on the other hand, has nothing to offer but recycled slogans and empty promises – deceptions that Nigerians can now see through with clarity and experience.

    ‘’While the opposition fights itself in broad daylight, APC remains focused on governance, economic recovery, security stabilisation, infrastructure expansion and national renewal under the firm and steady leadership of President Tinubu.

    ‘’Let the records show it clearly; 2027 is not for confused coalitions. 2027 is not for political experiments. 2027 is for prepared leadership.

    ‘’The ADC-Obi face-off is no longer an internal disagreement. It is now a public confession of collapse. Opposition in full-blown confusion, indeed.’’

  • ADC made up of ‘refugees’ from PDP, LP, others, says spokesman

    ADC made up of ‘refugees’ from PDP, LP, others, says spokesman

    The National Publicity Secretary of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Malam Bolaji Abdullahi, has said the party is accommodating those he called refugees from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), the Labour Party (LP), and other parties.

    Abdullahi stated that the party’s constitution prevents individuals or groups from dominating the party, a safeguard he said was shaped by failures witnessed in other political platforms.

    He said many ADC members arrived as “political refugees” from destabilised parties after they were sidelined or displaced by internal contradictions.

    “We are very conversant with what pushed us here, which are some of the internal contradictions within those parties.

    “That is why, in building ADC, we are ensuring that we are starting on a different philosophy of politics. We have leaders, yes, but they cannot tell you that they are in control of the party.

    “We are mindful of where we are coming from and what has led to the destabilisation of those other political parties,” he added.

    Abdullahi explained that unchecked ambition had ruined many political parties, stating that ADC had avoided such pitfalls, with no member publicly declaring bids for governorship, Senate, or presidency.

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    “Even those who want to be president, it’s just rumour. Nobody has come out to say that I want to be president.

    “And that’s the kind of discipline that we’re trying to impose on ourselves so that we can build a political party first. After building this party, it will be able to accommodate everybody’s ambition,” he stated.

    The ADC spokesman stressed that the party aimed to maintain strong internal unity, while staying alert against any external interference, ensuring that it grows steadily enough to carry every member’s future ambition.

    Also, Abdullahi insisted that discussions on zoning are not on the party’s agenda now.

    He said the opposition platform’s immediate concern is building a strong and credible opposition that Nigerians can trust.

    The party’s National Publicity Secretary, Malam Bolaji Abdullahi, said this in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) yesterday in Abuja.

    Abdullahi, who said the ADC remained focused on establishing firm national presence, insisted that its emergence had halted Nigeria’s drift towards a one-party system within just a few months.

    He said the party’s impact was already evident nationwide, arguing that Nigerians no longer lacked an opposition voice capable of challenging misdirection by successive governments.

    According to him, many Nigerians want an alternative party to continue and that ADC must demonstrate readiness to govern through clear plans and credible proposals.

    Abdullahi said ADC has been expanding rapidly, with the establishment of offices in 28 states within five months.

    The spokesman acknowledged that significant work are still ahead, especially in completing nationwide membership registration.

    Abdullahi dismissed zoning debates as premature, describing them as strategic issues best addressed later, not while the party was still building essential structures and internal systems.

    “Our duty or responsibility as a political party right now is not the issue of zoning.

    “This is the time to convince Nigerians that we represent that viable alternative by showing that we are not only out to grab power but convincing them that ADC represents the alternative,” he said.

  • ADC, not Tinubu, behind alleged one-party agenda — Okechukwu

    ADC, not Tinubu, behind alleged one-party agenda — Okechukwu

    A foundation member of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Osita Okechukwu, has absolved President Bola Ahmed Tinubu of claims that he is working to turn Nigeria into a one-party state, insisting that the opposition African Democratic Congress (ADC) should be held responsible for any such perception.

    Speaking on Sunday in Abuja, the former Director General of the Voice of Nigeria (VON) argued that the ADC, by disregarding the long-standing convention of rotation and zoning between the North and South, is “inadvertently fuelling” conditions that could threaten democratic balance.

    Okechukwu described the rotation principle as vital to Nigeria’s stability, warning that ADC’s approach ahead of the 2027 presidential election could heighten tensions. He said the party’s actions could set the stage for an intense North–South contest, potentially worsening ethno-religious divisions.

    He cautioned, “Imagine the unintended consequences of the ember an ADC northern presidential candidate could fan if the contest is against a southerner.”

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    Referencing Peter Obi’s recent remarks on unwritten political agreements, Okechukwu urged the ADC to revisit its stance and adopt zoning in the interest of national peace and unity.

    He argued that it is the responsibility of major political actors — especially the opposition — to uphold practices that strengthen multiparty democracy, questioning whether the burden lies more with the ruling APC or with the ADC, which he said has replaced the PDP as the leading opposition party.

    Okechukwu also recalled the political fallout that followed the PDP’s breach of the rotation principle during the 2023 presidential election, stressing that zoning has been part of Nigeria’s democratic architecture since 1999 to ensure fairness and inclusion.

  • CSO condemns ADC’s politicisation of Nigeria’s security challenges

    CSO condemns ADC’s politicisation of Nigeria’s security challenges

    A pro-citizens advocacy organisation has condemned the African Democratic Congress (ADC) for what it described as an opportunistic and inflammatory commentary on Nigeria’s current security challenges. 

    The group said the opposition party was exploiting the grief of victims’ families and the anxieties of citizens to score cheap political points rather than contribute meaningfully to national security reforms.

    The Citizens for Secure Nation (CSN), a civil society coalition focused on public safety and democratic accountability, issued the rebuttal in Kaduna on Thursday. 

    Its president, Alhaji Musa Danladi Maikawa, said the ADC’s latest remarks were designed to undermine public confidence in ongoing security operations and to cast the federal government as complicit in the violence affecting communities in parts of the country.

    Maikawa said the ADC had crossed a troubling line by making sweeping allegations without evidence, adding that public discourse on security must be anchored on facts and national interest. 

    He noted that while Nigerians have legitimate frustrations about banditry, kidnapping and the protection of schools, no political actor should inflame tensions or erode trust in institutions at a time when security agencies are under intense pressure to stabilise affected regions.

    “We cannot allow a political party to weaponise the pain of grieving families for narrow advantage. Our country is going through a difficult period and what we need is constructive engagement, not reckless commentary that undermines the morale of security personnel risking their lives every day,” Maikawa said.

    He said the ADC’s portrayal of recent rescue operations was unfair to the military, police and intelligence services who have “intensified coordinated action across multiple theatres.”

    The coalition added that attempts to portray government efforts as clandestine or conspiratorial were unhelpful and capable of discouraging local cooperation with authorities.

    “There is no justification for painting security forces as collaborators with terrorists. Such rhetoric is dangerous. It casts suspicion on agencies that citizens rely on for protection and gives oxygen to extremist propaganda. Even more worrisome is that these claims are being made without a shred of verifiable proof,” Maikawa warned.

    He also faulted the ADC’s criticism of school closure decisions, saying the measures were temporary safety steps taken after assessments by security and education authorities on specific high-risk areas. 

    He added that federal and state governments were implementing a phased security reinforcement plan around vulnerable schools to enable safe reopening.

    “It is irresponsible to suggest that government is surrendering to terrorists simply because it has taken precautionary action to prevent children from being harmed. Countries across the world shut down facilities when credible threats arise. What matters is that the closures are temporary and that security is being scaled up so teaching can resume,” Maikawa declared.

    Maikawa urged opposition parties to exercise restraint and demonstrate patriotic responsibility when commenting on national security. 

    He said Nigeria’s fight against violent groups demands unity, intelligence sharing, and a public communication environment free of misinformation and alarmism.

    “The lives of citizens should never be used as political currency. We call on the ADC and others to channel their energy into supporting reforms, strengthening community-security collaboration, and advancing serious proposals that help protect our people,” he said. 

    Maikawa added that the coalition would continue to monitor public statements by political actors and challenge narratives that deepen fear or distort the complexity of security efforts.

  • ADC welcomes return of abducted children, warns against negotiating with bandits

    ADC welcomes return of abducted children, warns against negotiating with bandits

    The African Democratic Congress (ADC) yesterday welcomed the return of abducted Nigerians from captivity.

    The released abductees are 38 worshippers from Christ Apostolic Church, Oke-Isegun, Eruku, in Kwara State, 51 missionary school children in Niger State and 24 schoolgirls from Government Girls Comprehensive Secondary School, Maga in Kebbi State.

    ADC spokesman Bolaji Abdullahi told reporters in Abuja yesterday that the party rejoiced with the families whose loved ones had regained freedom, but insisted that the incidents should never have occurred if the government was fully alive to its responsibilities.

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    Abdullahi however alleged that the Federal Government was “making deals with insurgents” in a bid to free abducted victims.

    “Perhaps because there may be different considerations, but perhaps because they want a quick win, they want something to celebrate, then they will not hesitate to make the kind of negotiation or deals that they are doing,” the ADC spokesman said.