# Kuje Area Council political controversy

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/kuje-area-council-political-controversy
> Updated: 2026-08-27T02:48:52.000Z. Sources: 30. Developments: 2.

Controversy emerged in Nigeria’s Kuje Area Council following a viral video involving Chairman Samuel Danjuma Shekwolo. The footage allegedly showed Shekwolo telling residents they must support the All Progressives Congress (APC) or leave the council, citing developmental projects led by President Bola Tinubu and FCT Minister Nyesom Wike.

The remarks drew condemnation from Amnesty International and the African Democratic Congress (ADC), who characterized the statements as threats to democratic rights and freedom of association. 

In response, Shekwolo denied the allegations, stating his comments were made during a meeting with APC youths and loyalists and were “taken out of context and sensationalized.” He maintained that he lacks the authority to infringe upon fundamental human rights or disenfranchise citizens, asserting his administration remains committed to serving all constituents regardless of political affiliation.

## Timeline

### 2026-08-27: Kuje Area Council Chairman denies infringing on residents' rights

Kuje Area Council Chairman Danjuma Shekwolo denied claims from a viral video that he told residents to support the APC or leave the area, stating his remarks were taken out of context.

6 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/kuje-area-council-chairman-denies-infringing-on-residents-rights

### 2026-08-25: Kuje Chairman sparks outrage over APC support ultimatum

Kuje Area Council Chairman Samuel Shekwolo faces backlash for allegedly telling residents to support the APC or leave. Meanwhile, Defence Minister Christopher Musa joins the APC 2027 campaign council.

28 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/nigerias-defence-minister-addresses-apc-campaign-role

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