Today, the Osun State ADC Guber. Candidate, Rt Hon. @NajeemFSalaam joined Muslim faithfuls to celebrate the joy and blessings of Eid in his hometown- Ejigbo. It was a moment of gratitude, reflection, and prayers for peace, unity, and progress in our dear Osun State.
#EidMubarak
Earlier today, I joined Muslim faithfuls to celebrate the joy and blessings of Eid. It was a moment of gratitude, reflection, and prayers for peace, unity, and progress in our dear Osun State.
I remain committed to building a state where every citizen can live with hope, dignity, and opportunities for a better tomorrow.
May the blessings of this sacred season fill our homes with happiness and our hearts with peace.
#EidMubarak 🌙✨
May 22, 2026
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
ADC DEMANDS ACCESS TO EL-RUFAI, WARNS ICPC AGAINST FURTHER INTIMIDATION
3 TRUCKLOADS OF POLICE OFFICERS ARRIVE AT ICPC AS AREGBESOLA, ABDULLAHI, LUKMAN ATTEMPT TO VISIT EL-RUFAI
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) wishes to express its concern over the refusal of the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) to grant senior leaders of our party access to Mallam Nasir El-Rufai, former Governor of Kaduna State and a prominent leader of our party, who remains in the custody of the Commission.
Earlier today, alongside the National Secretary of our party, Ogbeni Rauf Aregbesola, and the Secretary of the ADC Policy and Manifesto Committee, Mallam Salihu Lukman, we visited the headquarters of the ICPC in Abuja to see Mallam El-Rufai. Despite prior communication and formal requests, we were denied access without any reasonable explanation.
While we were at the premises awaiting a response to our request, the atmosphere suddenly became noticeably tense after no fewer than three truckloads of armed police officers arrived at the facility. The heavy deployment, which appeared entirely unnecessary and disproportionate to the peaceful presence of unarmed political leaders, created the unmistakable impression that the authorities feared that the mere presence of opposition leaders at the Commission could trigger public outrage.
It is deeply troubling that a simple request by senior party officials to visit a detained colleague was met, not with professionalism, but with a show of force more suited to the suppression of civil unrest. At no point did members of our delegation threaten disorder, incite confrontation, or mobilise supporters to the premises. Yet the response of the state suggested panic, fear, and an attempt to intimidate not only our party leaders, but also any Nigerian who may dare to question the treatment being meted out to opposition figures.
Such actions only reinforce growing public concern that state institutions are increasingly being used, not merely for law enforcement, but as instruments of political pressure and psychological intimidation against dissenting voices.
It is important to state that the National Secretary of the ADC had previously written officially to the Chairman of the ICPC, Dr. Musa Adamu Aliyu, requesting visitation rights to Mallam El-Rufai, especially in light of growing public concerns regarding his wellbeing and reports that he has faced repeated restrictions on access to family members and medical personnel.
Let it be clear: Mallam Nasir El-Rufai is not a fugitive. He voluntarily submitted himself to the authorities. Under the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, he is entitled to dignity, medical care, family access, and fair treatment under the law. What we are witnessing increasingly appears to be punishment by process, intimidation through isolation, and an attempt to break the spirit of a leading opposition figure.
The ADC will not stand by and watch one of its leaders subjected to this pattern of harassment and calculated humiliation. Nigeria is watching. The international community is watching. The world is watching.
We therefore demand that the ICPC immediately grant unrestricted access to Mallam El-Rufai by his family, doctors, lawyers, and leaders of his political party. Anything short of this will only reinforce public perception that state institutions are being weaponised against opposition voices.
Signed:
Mallam Bolaji Abdullahi
National Publicity Secretary
African Democratic Congress
Today, Osun State ADC Gubernatorial Candidate, Rt. Hon. Dr. Najeem Folasayo Salaam (Iwaloye), joined Muslim faithful for prayers at the Islamic Redeemers Society of Nigeria Central Mosque, Onward Area, Osogbo.
Jumu’ah Mubarak!
Special appreciation to our distinguished panelists: RT. HON. AFEES RASHEED OPEYEMI (RASHAF), former NAOSS President; Al-Mustapha; and SEN. JAYE of Law.
Thank you all for the insightful session and for sharing valuable thoughts on leadership, service, and impactful representation
Yesterday at the NAOSS Youth Leadership Summit, I was privileged to anchor the panel session, and it gave me the opportunity to learn a lot about leadership. One key lesson I took away is that leadership is not just about holding a position; it is about making meaningful impact .
Moments from Osun ADC Interdenominational Prayers to herald 2026 Guber campaigns as well as courtesy visits by Fulani/Bororo community to Dr. @NajeemFSalaam
Today marks another beautiful year of my life, and I am truly grateful 🎂❤️
Grateful for life, for progress, and for the countless blessings that surround me. I acknowledge my growth, my efforts, and the determination that has brought me this far. Happy birthday to me 🎊🎉🎂
Today, we celebrate the strength, resilience, and dedication of every worker whose daily efforts keep our society moving forward. From the markets to the offices, from the farms to the factories, your hard work is the backbone of our progress.
#iwaloye2026
Today, the Osun State ADC Gubernatorial Candidate, Rt. Hon. @NajeemFSalaam, PhD, took another step closer to the people as he met with the leadership of the Osun State Chain Saw and Planks Sellers Association.
#DFR: JUMUA'H MUBARAK
O Allah, on this blessed Friday, accept our Salat and all acts of worship. Forgive our sins and unite our hearts in faith and brotherhood.
#JummahKareem🕋
~ Alh. Najeem Folasayo Salaam, PhD.
(OSUN ADC GUBERNATORIAL CANDIDATE,ASIWAJU ADEEN OF EJIGBO LAND)