The Digest:
Former Vice-President Atiku Abubakar has alleged that the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) is plotting to use the judiciary to undermine the African Democratic Congress (ADC), just as it did to the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). Speaking during a solidarity visit to former Kaduna Governor Nasir El-Rufai following a failed airport arrest attempt, Atiku claimed to have received "credible information" about the plan. He urged opposition figures to remain vigilant and "stand up against all these anti-democratic forces." El-Rufai described the airport incident as "unfortunate, totally unnecessary, and probably criminal." The visit and allegations come amid heightened political tensions following the attempted detention of the ADC stalwart.
Key Points:
- The allegations deepen opposition narratives of systematic targeting by the ruling party ahead of 2027.
- It fuels public perception of judicial weaponisation against political opponents.
- Atiku positions himself as opposition defender, while APC faces intensified scrutiny over democratic practices.
- This signals growing coordination among PDP and ADC figures despite separate party affiliations.
- The timing, following El-Rufai's airport incident, amplifies claims of anti-opposition tactics.
The opposition's call for vigilance reflects deepening distrust in democratic institutions and fears of pre-election manipulation.
Sources: The Cable, Vanguard
