Senator Sabo Mohammed Nakudu, the African Democratic Congress (ADC) governorship candidate in Jigawa State, has firmly rejected calls for his replacement amid allegations of an ICPC indictment, calling the petition a deliberate and malicious attempt to undermine his candidacy and the party’s growing influence ahead of the 2027 general elections. In a statement released by his campaign spokesperson, Mati Ali, Nakudu dismissed the claims as false, defamatory, and politically motivated, insisting that the allegations have no basis in fact and are being used to create unnecessary controversy.
The ADC candidate emphasized that he has never been convicted of any act of corruption or misconduct, and that the accusations being recycled are outdated narratives that have surfaced repeatedly during election periods without any legal substantiation. He stated that the petition is part of a broader campaign of calumny orchestrated by disgruntled political figures who are uncomfortable with the increasing popularity and momentum of his governorship ticket with Mallam Aminu Ibrahim Ringim across Jigawa State.
Nakudu pointed out that the coordinated smear campaign is being driven by elements within and outside the ADC who failed to accept the outcome of the party’s internal democratic processes. These individuals, he said, have aligned themselves with vested interests in the ruling establishment to sabotage the ADC’s efforts to offer a credible political alternative to the people of Jigawa. He described their actions as desperate and rooted in fear of the party’s rising influence.
According to the ADC candidate, the real goal of the petition is to distract him, weaken the party’s campaign, and halt the progress of a movement that has been gaining widespread support and inspiring hope among voters. He stressed that the ADC has emerged as the most formidable political force in the state, and that such baseless attacks only serve to highlight the desperation of those who oppose genuine democratic change.
The campaign spokesperson, Mati Ali, reiterated that the petition is not only factually incorrect but also an attempt to tarnish the reputation of a candidate who has consistently maintained transparency and integrity throughout his political career. He urged the public to disregard the allegations and focus on the ADC’s platform and vision for Jigawa State.
As the 2027 elections draw closer, the ADC’s leadership remains focused on consolidating support and delivering on its promises to the people. The rejection of the petition underscores the party’s commitment to standing firm against political intimidation and misinformation, and to advancing a democratic process that reflects the will of the electorate.
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