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Nigeria PDP APC Clash Over Campaign Office Vandalism
Gombe PDP and APC accuse each other after campaign office vandalism.
In brief
Gombe PDP and APC accuse each other after campaign office vandalism. Gombe State PDP and APC exchanged accusations over vandalism of Prof Pantami's campaign office ahead of 2027 governorship election. Originally reported by Allafrica.
Campaign Office Vandalism
The campaign office of former Minister of Communications and Digital Economy Prof Isa Ali Ibrahim Pantami was vandalised in Kumo, Akko Local Government Area of Gombe State.
Political Tensions Escalate
The incident occurred around 2am Saturday amid rising political tension ahead of the 2027 governorship election.
Alleged Threat to Office
Muhammad City Kumo, a political ally of Pantami, alleged Chairman of Akko Local Government Area Abubakar Usman Barambu threatened to send thugs to destroy the office.
Governor's Opposition Claim
City claimed Barambu said the alleged action was linked to Governor Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya's opposition to opposition billboards.
APC Denies Involvement
APC Publicity Secretary Murtala Usman Wurotale said the party was unaware of the attack and challenged PDP to provide evidence linking members to vandalism.
PDP Calls for Investigation
PDP Publicity Secretary Abdulkadir Ahmad Dukku said the party was not present when attack occurred and would consult lawyers before taking action.
The short version
Gombe State PDP and APC exchanged accusations over vandalism of Prof Pantami's campaign office ahead of 2027 governorship election.
