ADC Condemns Tinubu's Pardon of Drug Traffickers
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has criticized President Bola Tinubu for granting presidential pardon to drug barons, calling it a "national disgrace" that encourages crime.
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) finds as pathetic and an act of immense national disgrace the recent presidential pardon and clemency granted to several convicted criminals by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu.
The party's National Publicity Secretary, Mallam Bolaji Abdullahi, stated that the decision undermines Nigeria's anti-drug efforts, encourages crime, and further tarnishes Nigeria's image globally.
- The ADC believes the pardon should not have been granted to dozens of convicted drug traffickers and smugglers.
- The party warns that this move will have negative consequences for Nigeria's reputation and its fight against crime.
Author's summary: Tinubu's pardon of drug traffickers sparks outrage.