Adamawa Govt Vows Prosecution of Illegal Campaign Poster Placers on Public Infrastructure

YOLA —By Ojoma Yusuf,Yola

The Adamawa State Government has warned political actors and members of the public against the illegal pasting of campaign posters and political materials on public infrastructure, stressing that offenders will be prosecuted in line with existing laws.

The warning was issued on Thursday, July 9, 2026, by the Chief Press Secretary to the Governor, Office of the Governor, Adamawa State Government, during a press briefing.

The government said the move was not politically motivated but aimed at protecting public assets, upholding the rule of law and preserving the aesthetic value of the state capital and other urban centres.

According to the statement, government had expressed concern over the increasing practice of placing campaign posters on flyovers, bridges, public buildings, streetlights, road medians and other government facilities funded through taxpayers’ resources.

It stressed that such infrastructure was developed to serve the general public and should not be used as campaign platforms by political parties or individual aspirants.

The state government noted that laws prohibiting the defacement of public property apply to everyone, irrespective of political affiliation, social status or position.

It referenced a recent court judgment involving a political candidate who was prosecuted for violating the law, found liable by a competent court and fined ₦3 million, describing the decision as a clear demonstration that the law would be enforced.

“This was never about politics. It was about responsibility,” the government stated, adding that investments in urban renewal and public infrastructure must not be undermined by indiscriminate poster campaigns.

The administration maintained that sustainable urban development goes beyond the construction of roads and bridges, emphasising the importance of civic responsibility and respect for public property.

It declared that the era of impunity was over, assuring residents that enforcement measures would be applied without fear or favour.

“The law will be enforced without fear or favour. Members of the ruling party and the opposition stand on equal footing before the law. No individual will receive preferential treatment because of political affiliation, influence or office,” the statement added.

While recognising political participation as a constitutional right, the government said such rights did not extend to vandalising or defacing public infrastructure.

It urged political parties and aspirants to use approved campaign channels, including billboards, designated advertising spaces, newspapers, radio, television, digital media and town hall meetings.

The government also disclosed that relevant agencies had been directed to intensify monitoring and surveillance across the state, warning that anyone found violating the law would be identified, arrested and prosecuted.

It called on citizens and political stakeholders to protect public assets, noting that the infrastructure and urban environment of Adamawa State represent collective investments that must be preserved.

The administration reaffirmed its commitment to safeguarding public property built with taxpayers’ money and ensuring that the law is applied fairly and consistently.