# Kwara APC replies Saraki in Offa robbery controversy

> APC criticises Saraki over Offa robbery claims amid 2027 election preparations.
- Title: Kwara APC replies Saraki in Offa robbery controversy
- Summary: APC criticises Saraki over Offa robbery claims amid 2027 election preparations. APC says former Senate President Saraki's alleged links to 2018 Offa robbery…
- Keywords: kwara state, bukola saraki, apc, pdp, saheed popoola, offa robbery, 2018 robbery, 2027 elections, political persecution, criminal trial, Premium Times Nigeria
- Source: Premium Times Nigeria — https://premiumtimesng.com/regional/north-central/924148-kwara-apc-replies-saraki-in-offa-robbery-controversy.html
- Author: Tunde Akanbi
- Published: 2026-11-10T15:01:20+00:00
- Read time: 2 min
- Topics: kwara state, bukola saraki, apc, pdp, saheed popoola, offa robbery, 2018 robbery, 2027 elections, political persecution, criminal trial, news, politics
## APC reaction to Popoola's claims
APC criticises former Senate President Bukola Saraki and PDP candidate Saheed Popoola over Offa robbery controversy.
## Popoola's politicisation claim
Popoola admitted to reviving the robbery incident to settle political scores during Saraki's 2019 political struggle in Kwara.
## Convictions in 2024
Four people were convicted over the robbery in 2024 with court proceedings ongoing.
## Saraki's trial response
Saraki described his ongoing robbery trial as political persecution after state government applied to drop most charges.
## APC's evidence claims
APC cites statements from convicted gang members and Yusuf Abdulwahab's alleged statement as evidence of Saraki's links.
## APC's evidence of association
APC points to photographs, wedding memorabilia and a vehicle allegedly connected to the robbery.
## APC's criticism of Popoola
APC says Popoola's admission undermines his credibility and trustworthiness in Offa and Kwara.
## Saraki's political impact
Saraki accused Kwara government of political persecution after dropping 18 robbery charges.
## APC's election warning
APC urges Kwara residents to consider integrity and public trust when choosing representatives ahead of 2027 elections.
## Samari's family impact warning
APC Deputy Chairman warns 33 victims' families still living with consequences of robbery.
## Samari's call for action
APC urges security agencies to take action over Popoola's comments as reckless.
## Court developments
Kwara State High Court convicted five principal suspects in September 2024 with Court of Appeal upholding convictions in January 2026.
## State government's charge amendment
Kwara State Government applied to reduce 20-count charge to four counts in recent legal action.
## Saraki's legal challenge
Saraki's lawyers will challenge remaining allegations in court after state government reduces charges.
## 2027 election context
Political tensions intensify as parties prepare for 2027 general elections.
## Key takeaway

APC says former Senate President Saraki's alleged links to 2018 Offa robbery are unfounded as political tensions rise ahead of 2027 elections.