Police launch investigation into ADC’s ‘violent’ political meeting

From: Femi Oyelola, Kaduna

The Kaduna State Police Command has launched a full-scale investigation into a violent political meeting linked to former Governor Nasir El-Rufai, which reportedly degenerated into shooting and chaos.
According to the Command Police Public Relations Officer, DSP Mansir Hassan, the meeting was held without prior notification to security agencies, despite repeated warnings.
He added that preliminary findings indicated that thugs and political gangsters attached to the former Governor allegedly fired gunshots, causing chaos and disrupting public peace and order in the state.
The police command has warned that anyone found culpable, regardless of their position, will face the full weight of the law.
However, the African Democratic Congress (ADC) in Kaduna has denied knowledge of the meeting and distanced itself from the claims of the former Governor.
Party officials refuted the organizers’ claim and the ADC leadership reaffirmed their commitment to the rule of law.
The police command has warned that hotels, event centers, and similar facilities will be liable if they host political gatherings without prior notification to security agencies.
This measure is aimed at preventing thugs or miscreants from hijacking gatherings to cause mayhem or breakdown of law and order.
“The Command has suspended all unauthorized political gatherings across the state until due process and proper security arrangements are ensured.
This move is in the overall interest of peace and public safety.”