Hoodlums attack ex-AGF, Abubakar Malami’s convoy in Kebbi, APC denies involvement (Photos)

A convoy conveying the leader of the African Democratic Congress, ADC, in Kebbi State and former Minister of Justice, Abubakar Malami, was on Monday attacked by suspected political thugs in Birnin Kebbi.

The assault was said to have taken place shortly after Malami’s arrival in the state, where he had embarked on a condolence visit to several bereaved families within the metropolis.

Eyewitnesses disclosed that no fewer than 10 vehicles in the entourage were damaged, while a number of Malami’s supporters sustained injuries of varying severity.

Malami, who served as Attorney-General of the Federation, AGF, and Minister of Justice from 2015 to 2023, condemned the incident, insisting it was a politically motivated act of violence.

“I was in Birnin Kebbi solely to pay condolences to families who lost their loved ones while I was away, not for political campaigns,” Malami said.

“It’s painful and unfortunate. Some thugs emerged from the APC state headquarters, armed with weapons and stones, and attacked our convoy, destroying vehicles and injuring our supporters.

“When it comes to politics in Kebbi State, there is no retreat, no surrender.”

However, the All Progressives Congress, APC, in Kebbi State has denied any involvement. In a statement issued by its Publicity Secretary, Isa Assalafy, the party condemned the violence and maintained that Kebbi remains a peaceful state.

“No government that enjoys the massive support of the people and is confident of victory in 2027 would want the peace of the state disrupted,” Assalafy said.

He further alleged that armed security operatives attached to Malami’s convoy opened fire during the clash, a development he claimed worsened the situation.

As of the time of this report, the Kebbi State Police Command had yet to issue an official statement on the incident.