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The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has condemned the Federal Government of Nigeria for attributing the recent surge of attacks, particularly in Kebbi and Kwara States, to comments made by US President Donald Trump.
It is important to note that on Wednesday, the Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), George Akume, stated that Trump's recent remarks regarding Nigeria's security challenges have emboldened violent groups across the nation.
In response to the SGF, Bolaji Abdullahi, the National Publicity Secretary of the ADC, issued a statement asserting that Akume’s comments were an attempt to evade accountability.
He expressed dismay that the APC-led government would imply that insecurity in Nigeria was instigated by a statement from a foreign leader.
Furthermore, the ADC representative declared that this assertion reflects a disgraceful refusal to accept responsibility and serves as evidence that President Bola Tinubu’s administration is struggling to address the ongoing security crisis.
Abdullahi emphasized that Nigerians have suffered through massacres, mass abductions, and assaults on educational institutions and places of worship for years under the leadership of the APC.
He noted that the situation has deteriorated under the current administration due to the government’s inability to respond effectively.
“It is therefore misleading to attribute the state of insecurity in Nigeria to a single tweet,”
“Those who are responsible for the killings of Nigerians do not require incitement from Trump; they have been actively encouraged by a government that continually fails to take decisive action to halt the violence, a government that, even after nearly three years in power, is still celebrating its electoral success while the nation descends into chaos,” he stated.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the ADC's stance on the government's response to security issues?
The ADC criticizes the government for deflecting responsibility by blaming external comments for the security situation in Nigeria.
How has the security situation changed under the current administration?
The ADC claims that the security situation has worsened due to the government's failure to take decisive action against violence and insecurity.
What specific events have the Nigerian people faced under the APC-led government?
Nigerians have endured numerous massacres, mass abductions, and attacks on schools and places of worship over the years.
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