APC ‘Terrorist Organization’ Over Alleged Violence Against Opponents- Mallam Jabir
Abuja, September 2, 2026 — Political commentator Mallam Jabir has launched a blistering attack on the All Progressives Congress (APC), describing the ruling party as “indeed a terrorist organization” after a video emerged showing the chairman of Gwandu Local Government Area in Kebbi State allegedly urging supporters to intimidate and assault those who refuse to back the party or Governor Nasir Idris.
In a widely shared post on X, Jabir reacted to footage in which the council chairman is purportedly heard calling for at least one person in every polling unit to “beat, harass and intimidate” non-supporters of the APC and the governor—while promising to bail them out if arrested.
“APC is indeed a terrorist organization,” Jabir wrote. “This is not democracy. This is political terrorism and intimidation. Nigerians must reject this politics of fear.”
A Pattern of Intimidation?
Jabir argued that the Gwandu incident is not isolated. He pointed to other alleged cases involving local government chairmen, party supporters and some governors across the country, including references to events in Ebonyi State and the Federal Capital Territory.
He claimed a broader culture of using fear and violence as tools of political mobilisation is taking root.
The commentator warned that such rhetoric and actions threaten the integrity of Nigeria’s democratic process as political activities intensify ahead of the 2027 general elections.
He urged Nigerians to reject any form of voter intimidation and insist on free choice without threats or coercion.
Similar concerns have surfaced recently. Amnesty International recently condemned the chairman of Kuje Area Council in the FCT for threatening to force out residents who refuse to support the APC, describing the comments as a “call to violence” and an attack on constitutional freedoms.
Context and Caution
The claims made by Jabir remain allegations. The video and statements have not been independently verified by major national outlets at the time of reporting, and neither the Gwandu LGA chairman, the Kebbi State government, nor the APC national leadership has issued an immediate public response.
Political violence and intimidation have long been recurring challenges in Nigerian elections.
Civil society groups, opposition parties, and election observers have repeatedly raised alarms about the need for stronger enforcement of electoral laws and protection of voters as the next poll cycle approaches.
Jabir’s strong language has drawn attention on social media, with many users expressing worry that local party structures are increasingly resorting to hardline tactics.
Others have called for police investigation of the specific claims and for party leaders at all levels to publicly renounce any form of political thuggery.
As Nigeria moves closer to the 2027 elections, the episode underscores the delicate balance between robust campaigning and the preservation of a peaceful, participatory democracy.
Whether the allegations prompt official scrutiny or remain in the realm of social media outrage will be closely watched in the coming days.
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