A member of the House of Representatives, Abdulmumini Jibrin, has accused supporters of the New Democratic Congress (NDC) of deliberately inciting tension in Kano State ahead of the 2027 general elections. The allegation came after a series of confrontations between rival political groups, including the burning of campaign symbols belonging to both the All Progressives Congress (APC) and the NDC. Speaking on Channels Television’s Politics Today programme on Thursday, Jibrin said the acts were calculated moves to destabilize the political environment in a key electoral zone.
The unrest began when NDC supporters burned a cap bearing President Bola Tinubu’s signature and the APC’s broom symbol. In response, APC supporters retaliated by setting fire to Kwankwansiya caps, which are associated with the NDC political movement. These incidents have heightened concerns about potential violence and unrest during the upcoming election period in Kano, a state known for its competitive political landscape.
Jibrin argued that the NDC is aware it cannot win in Kano South, a crucial swing zone in the state. He stated that the party’s actions were not spontaneous but part of a strategic effort to create confusion just before the official start of campaigning. “You can see the numbers,” he said during his appearance on the programme. “They know they are going to lose the election. They know that, of course, the NDC in Kano. They know that, and particularly in that particular zone, which is Kano South, which is key, they know that there is no how and there is nothing they can do on earth to win Kano South.”
He emphasized that Kano South has historically played a decisive role in determining election outcomes in the state. According to Jibrin, the burning of symbols was a deliberate attempt to provoke crisis and distract from the real issues facing voters. “So I think it’s a deliberate thing they did just a day before the commencement of campaign to start off a crisis and to create confusion. But we are not going to give room for that,” he added.
The comments come at a time when political parties across Nigeria are gearing up for the 2027 elections, with security and public order emerging as major concerns. As campaigns intensify, observers are closely watching developments in states like Kano, where political tensions have often spilled into violence. Authorities are urged to remain vigilant and ensure that electoral activities proceed peacefully.
This incident underscores the importance of maintaining calm and adhering to democratic principles during election periods. With the 2027 polls approaching, stakeholders must work together to prevent any form of sabotage or intimidation that could undermine Nigeria’s democratic process.
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