The African Democratic Congress (ADC) in Kebbi State has raised an alarm over an alleged plot to arrest opposition members and stifle political activities in the state. The party leadership expressed fears that targeted intimidation is being used to undermine the democratic process.
A spokesperson for the party revealed that these developments have prompted an urgent call for the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) to intervene. The ADC is demanding that the commission closely monitor and investigate all reported instances of human rights violations, harassment, and the abuse of fundamental rights within the state.
The party’s concerns were highlighted in a statement regarding the alleged plot to arrest opposition members in Kebbi, which outlined the potential consequences of unchecked intimidation on political stability.
According to the party, the alleged scheme aims to create an atmosphere of fear, making it difficult for opposition figures to organise or participate in political engagements. The ADC maintains that the safety of its members is currently at risk due to these unverified but persistent threats.
The call to the NHRC is intended to ensure that security agencies and other state actors operate within the confines of the law. The party argued that the commission’s oversight is necessary to prevent the arbitrary use of power against political opponents.
NHRC Urged to Investigate Rights Violations
The ADC’s petition focuses on the need for a formal investigation into reports of harassment and the systematic abuse of fundamental rights. The party spokesperson noted that without institutional intervention, the political space in Kebbi could become increasingly hostile to anyone not aligned with the current power structure.
The National Human Rights Commission has a mandate to investigate complaints of rights violations and provide recommendations for redress. A formal inquiry into the ADC’s claims would typically involve gathering evidence from the affected party members and engaging with the relevant law enforcement agencies in Kebbi State.
While the ruling party in Kebbi has not issued a formal response to these specific allegations, the ADC has indicated it will continue to document all instances of perceived intimidation. The party’s leadership has stated it will present such evidence to both national and international human rights bodies to ensure accountability.
The situation remains developing as political actors in the state await a response from the NHRC regarding whether a formal investigation will be launched into the claims of harassment and planned arrests.
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