The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Kebbi State has strongly condemned the violent attack on the convoy of former Minister of Justice, Abubakar Malami (SAN), in Birnin Kebbi on Monday.

The incident, which occurred in the state capital, left several vehicles damaged and multiple individuals injured, heightening political tensions in the region.

APC’s Reaction

Speaking to journalists, APC’s Public Relations Officer, Isa Abubakar As-Salafi, explained that the party first learned of the incident through social media reports. He assured that the party will carry out an internal investigation to identify those responsible for the attack.

“We live in peace, and we want peace to continue to be promoted by all political parties in the state,” As-Salafi said.

He further alleged that security personnel attached to Malami’s convoy fired shots during the confrontation, which worsened the situation.

Malami Responds

Reacting to the attack, Malami — who now leads the African Democratic Congress (ADC) in Kebbi — stated that his visit to Birnin Kebbi was not political. He explained that he was in the city to pay condolences to families of prominent individuals who had passed away.

“It’s a painful act clearly linked to politics. Some thugs came out from the APC state headquarters armed with dangerous weapons and stones, attacking and destroying our convoy,” Malami alleged.

He emphasized that he remains resolute in the political space: “When it comes to politics in Kebbi State, there is no retreat, no surrender.”

Victims and Damages

Eyewitnesses reported that about ten vehicles in Malami’s convoy were smashed, while several people sustained varying degrees of injuries.

The Bureau News will continue to track developments surrounding the case as police investigate the attack. Readers can follow more updates in Nigeria News Today on our politics section.