ADC Demands Tinubu Explain Sudden Removal of Service Chiefs

The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has urged President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to provide a clear explanation for the sudden dismissal of Nigeria’s service chiefs, describing the move as abrupt and raising concerns about transparency and national stability.

In a statement issued in Abuja by its National Publicity Secretary, Mallam Bolaji Abdullahi, the party stated that while the President has the authority to make changes within the military, the timing of this decision—coming amid widespread rumours of an attempted coup—has left many Nigerians unsettled.

The ADC criticised the Federal Government for what it described as unclear and inconsistent responses to the coup allegations, saying citizens deserved clear communication rather than confusion.

The party noted that most of the dismissed military leaders had served for less than three years, with the outgoing Chief of Defence Staff holding his previous role as Army Chief for just about a year.

According to the ADC, such major changes within the military command structure could not have been made without serious underlying reasons. It warned that the sudden shake-up might disrupt stability within the ranks and fuel more speculation among the public.

The party also expressed concern about the worsening state of insecurity across the country, alleging that the Tinubu administration appeared more focused on politics than on protecting Nigerians.

It said that despite growing threats from insurgents and bandits, the change in service chiefs did not appear linked to addressing the insecurity problem.The ADC warned that the move could deepen public unease and increase conspiracy theories instead of restoring confidence in the military or government.

It therefore called on the Federal Government to be open about its reasons for the changes and to assure Nigerians that the nation’s democracy remains secure.