The campaign convoy of former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has reportedly come under attack in Kebbi State during political engagements ahead of the 2027 general elections.
The incident occurred on Thursday as vehicles conveying members of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) presidential campaign team moved through the state.
According to the campaign team, suspected political thugs blocked the convoy and attacked vehicles with stones. Members of the media crew accompanying the team were also reportedly targeted.
The attackers allegedly destroyed several pieces of equipment belonging to the camera and video crew, including cameras, tripods and other recording gadgets.
The damage reportedly disrupted the media team’s activities and prevented its members from continuing live coverage of the campaign engagements.
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A member of the campaign team alleged that the attackers were sponsored and intended to intimidate supporters and stop journalists from documenting the activities in Kebbi.
The team also claimed that the attackers were not interested in stealing valuables but specifically targeted media equipment.
A video of the alleged incident was shared on social media by a member of the campaign team, showing claims of an attack on the ADC convoy.
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