The Kebbi State Government has demanded an immediate retraction and public apology from the African Democratic Congress (ADC) over allegations linking it to the demolition of a property adjacent to Azbir Hotel along Sani Abacha Bypass, Birnin Kebbi.
The government described the allegations as false, misleading and politically motivated, warning that it would pursue legal action if those responsible failed to apologise.
The Commissioner for Information and Culture, Alhaji Yakubu Ahmed-BK, made the demand during a press briefing in Birnin Kebbi on Monday, November 2, 2026.
He explained that the demolition arose from a private land ownership dispute involving businessman Alhaji Umaru Mohammed Gulumbe, who presented documents, including a Certificate of Occupancy bearing the signature of former Governor Adamu Aliero.
According to the Commissioner, investigations by committees constituted to examine the competing claims confirmed ownership of the disputed property in favour of Gulumbe.
He categorically denied the involvement of the Kebbi State Government in the demolition, accusing the ADC of deliberately misrepresenting the incident to discredit Governor Nasir Idris’s administration ahead of the 2027 general elections.
Ahmed-BK also criticised the opposition over previous political controversies, including alleged misinformation concerning security incidents in southern Kebbi State and statements he said could deepen divisions among residents.
He urged political actors to verify information before making public allegations and called on the people of Kebbi to reject misinformation and promote peaceful coexistence.
The Commissioner insisted that the ADC must retract its allegations, clarify the circumstances surrounding the demolition and tender an unreserved apology to the state government.
He warned that failure to comply would compel the government to seek legal redress to protect its reputation and institutional integrity.
Comments