Television Nigerian

Nigerians have been urged by the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to take advantage of June 12th as Democracy Day to re-energize and fortify their opposition to the All Progressives Congress’s (APC) anti-democratic plans, particularly the attempt to impose a totalitarian One-Party system on the country.

The PDP called on Nigerians, democratic institutions, organized civil society, development partners, and all other supporters of democracy to come together and speak out against the suppression of democratic principles, including justice, the rule of law, a free, fair, peaceful, and credible electoral process, and the right of citizens, especially to freely participate in politics and governance in Nigeria, in a statement commemorating 2025 Democracy Day.

In an effort to instill a defeatist mindset in the populace and transform the country into the property and fief of a select few in power, the party expressed alarm over the “anti-democratic actions of the APC government which continues to use compromised state apparatus of powers and control to brazenly violate the constitution, emasculate opposition, defy and abridge the liberty of the citizens to freely elect their leaders, corrupt and manipulate Institutions of Democracy, asphyxiate the media, and weaponize poverty.”

In order to allegedly pave the way for a totalitarian system in our nation, the opposition party claims that the APC-led Presidency has remained unaccountable while conspiring with the dishonest, rubber stamp APC leadership in the National Assembly and some compromised judicial officers in very high places to erode popular sovereignty.

A clear and present threat to our democracy is indicated by the blatant use of state capture, as demonstrated by the subversion of the will of the people in the 2024 Edo State gubernatorial election, the widely denounced overthrow of a democratically elected government, and the imposition of a sole administrator in Rivers State in flagrant violation of the 1999 Constitution, among other constitutional infractions.

Read Also: Abacha Didn’t Loot Nigeria, He Safeguarded the Money – Al Mustapha Defends Late Leader

As demonstrated by the APC administration, “June 12 Democracy Day thus symbolizes Nigerians’ fight against an oppressive, autocratic, and lawless system propelled by impunity, high-level deceit, and reckless anti-people tendencies.” Additionally, it symbolizes Nigerians’ insistence on a government that is answerable to the people, upholds the Rule of Law, and is founded on democratic values such as freedom, justice, equity, fairness, and credibility, as well as national unity, accountability in government, and transparency—all of which Chief MKO Abiola personified and sacrificed his life for.

Under the People’s Democratic Party, Nigerians were able to enjoy these democratic values. Since the arrival of the Special Purpose Vehicle (SPV) posing as the APC, all have painfully avoided the country, according to the statement.

Therefore, the opposition party encouraged the APC administration to uphold the Principle of Separation of Powers in order to honor Chief Abiola’s memory, the law, and the sovereignty of the Nigerian people.

It also urged the administration to allow a free press, pledge to hold credible elections, be honest and open, review all of its policies that use poverty as a weapon, and stop interfering with the operations of the National Assembly and other democratic institutions, especially the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, and the judiciary.

The PDP urged the judiciary, INEC, and the National Assembly to declare their constitutional independence and function solely in accordance with the Rule of Law and the public interest in advancing democratic principles.

The claims that his former employer embezzled Nigerian funds and concealed them abroad have been denied by Hamza Al-Mustapha, the former Chief Security Officer of the late military Head of State, General Sani Abacha.
He said that the funds in question were utilized to help Nigerians through difficult economic times in an interview with the BBC.
He maintained that the funds were not pilfered but rather were held in a national account to fund Nigeria’s economic strategy.

“At that time, the government was operating under a lot of hardship,” he said. No money was present. So, along with a few others, we traveled to Libya to find out how they were coping. Libya had been subject to sanctions for eleven years.
He clarified that after researching Libya’s system, the Abacha administration implemented a program that let Nigerian-owned businesses to obtain government funding in order to purchase commodities and resell them to the populace at reasonable costs.

Read Also: Tinubu Approves State Pardon for Ken Saro-Wiwa, Others

By God’s favor, Nigerians were spared throughout the copying of these materials. Abacha’s death, however, caused some people to refuse to return the money. Instead, they made up a lot of untrue things about him.

“The money that they claim was sent back to Nigeria wasn’t in Abacha’s name, in my opinion. In order to sustain this economic plan, the funds were retained in national accounts. He stated, “Some gave it back, while others concealed it.”

Further challenging the accusations, he said, “Did Abacha ever travel abroad? Did he sign the money that was discovered? Or was he caught moving funds? “No.”

Al-Mustapha responded that while there has been political advancement in Nigeria, the lives of average Nigerians have not changed when questioned about the country’s democracy.

According to him, “democracy is good, but it’s a big problem when it’s used in a way that harms the people.”

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has fully pardoned Ogoni Nine leader Ken Saro Wiwa (CON) and his fellow activists.
In an address to the National Assembly on Thursday in honor of June 12th, Democracy Day, the President reportedly revealed this.
“I will give the Ogoni nine activists and others whose names will be revealed later in cooperation with the National Council of State,” he said.

“In addition, I bestow posthumous national honors on Ken Saro Wiwa (CON), the leader of the Ogoni Nine, and his fellow travelers, Saturday Dobee (OON), Nordu Eawo (OON), Daniel Gbooko (OON), Paul Levera (OON), Felix Nuate (OON), Baribor Bera (OON), Barinem Kiobel (OON), and John Kpuine (OON).” “I will also be using my authority under the prerogative of mercy to fully pardon these national heroes, along with others whose names will be revealed later in collaboration with the National Council of State,” Tinubu said.

Remember that in 1995, under General Sani Abacha’s military regime, Ken Saro-Wiwa was hung after being tried by a special military trial for allegedly planning the killing of Ogoni leaders during a pro-government gathering.

Because of the international outcry over his death, Nigeria was suspended from the Commonwealth of Nations for over three years.

The Democratic credentials of Nyesom Wike, the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), have been questioned by publisher and politician Chief Dele Momodu.
Because he wants to decide the zoning of the PDP’s 2027 presidential ticket and make sure his wishes are carried out, Momodu accused Wike of stirring up trouble inside the party.

The former PDP presidential candidate also charged that Wike was acting like an elder in Nigerian politics when, in reality, he had nothing to do with the democratic movements of June 12.

That one individual, who ought to be occupied in Abuja, is deciding where the PDP presidential ticket should go in 2027 sounds absurd. Wike is essentially repeating his actions from Rivers State, and it is obvious that the high brass supports him in this endeavor.

Read Also: Court Sentences Man to 74 Years Imprisonment for ₦360 Million Fraud and Bounced Cheques in Lagos

Where was Wike at the conflict on June 12? He was unknown back then. But now, he talks like he’s Nigeria’s founding father,” Momodu stated in an interview with Channels Television on Wednesday.

Wike Is to Blame for the Rivers Crisis
Chief Momodu also charged the FCT Minister with trying to maintain power in Rivers State, which led to a political crisis in the oil-rich state, according to Naija News.

“One man planned and exacerbated a massive crisis of monumental proportions.” A state of emergency had to be established just because he refused to leave quietly. “It’s unprecedented in Nigerian history,” he said.

Wike Is Putting Up A Coup
Momodu further claimed that Wike’s efforts are dividing the PDP and staging a coup against it.

His current actions amount to a coup against the party that helped shape who he is now. “He lacks the ethical authority to control the PDP’s course,” the publisher said.

Wale Ade-Oba, a member of the Ekiti State Waste Management Board, has resigned from his position in the government of Governor Biodun Oyebanji.
Ade-Oba criticized Governor Oyebanji, citing what he describes as the administration’s lack of notable achievement in spite of large budgetary commitments.

Ade-Oba said in a statement released on Wednesday that he would no longer work with the Oyebanji-led administration and that he supported Mr. Kayode Ojo, the pro-chancellor of the University of Nigeria, Nsukka, UNN, whom he described as a visionary leader who could change Ekiti State.

He claimed that inefficient governance has resulted from the governor’s frequent absences from the state and his pursuit of what he called a “unclear agenda.”

“I am writing to share with you a decision that may surprise many,” the statement says. As you are aware, Governor Biodun Oyebanji’s current administration has me as an appointee. But after giving it some thought, I’ve chosen to work alongside Engr. Kayode Ojo, a leader who has a vision for a better Ekiti.

“I think that many local government districts, including mine, Irepodun/Ifelodun, have not seen much growth from the administration.

“In spite of their diligence and commitment to the party’s success, our party members are being disregarded and underappreciated. Rather, our devoted supporters are being disregarded while members of the opposition party who did not help us win are being appointed to important positions.

Read Also:Breaking: Democracy Day Parade Off the Table as FG Pulls the Plug

“The current administration’s lack of productivity is a result of the governor’s frequent absences from the state, where they pursue ambiguous agendas. I think a change is in order.

“I agree with Engr. Kayode Ojo’s leadership style and vision for Ekiti. His administration, in my opinion, would put our citizens’ interests first, honor the work of our party members, and promote growth in all governmental regions.

“I am making this change because I want to be a part of a government that values the contributions of its devoted supporters and genuinely serves the people of Ekiti.” I’m prepared to work toward a better future for our state, and I cordially welcome everyone to accompany me on this path.