Nigeria, Nov. 14 -- Controversy has trailed a recent campaign visit by the African Democratic Congress (ADC) to Bauchi State, with the party's vice-presidential candidate, Rotimi Amaechi, being criticised over his posture during a courtesy call at the Emir of Bauchi's palace.

Mr Amaechi accompanied the party's presidential flagbearer, former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, and other senior ADC chieftains to the palace as part of the party's ongoing nationwide campaign for the January 2027 general elections.

However, images and video clips circulating on social media from the visit sparked debate among observers and political commentators. Some described Mr Amaechi's posture before the traditional ruler as disrespectful to the revered sto...