PORT HARCOURT/Nigeria: A chieftain of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) and former National Publicity Secretary of the defunct New Peoples Democratic Party (nPDP), Chief Eze Chukwuemeka Eze, has accused the administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu of orchestrating undue interference in opposition political parties, warning that Nigerians will resist any attempt to impose a one-party system.
In a strongly worded statement made available to the media, Eze commended opposition leaders and Nigerians who have spoken out against what he described as coordinated efforts by the Federal Government to weaken dissenting voices, insisting that the alleged moves are aimed at securing an unchallenged path to victory in the 2027 general elections.
Eze maintained that any attempt by the President to secure a second term through what he termed “undemocratic manipulations” would be firmly resisted by Nigerians, whom he said have demonstrated patriotism and resolve in confronting perceived excesses of the current administration.
The ADC chieftain specifically lauded key political figures, including former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, Labour Party presidential candidate Peter Obi, former Senate President David Mark, and former Minister Rotimi Amaechi, for their roles in mobilising peaceful protests against what he alleged to be partisanship by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC).
He accused the electoral body of interpreting court pronouncements in a manner skewed to favour the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), alleging that such actions undermine the credibility of Nigeria’s democratic institutions.
Eze also commended the Lagos State chapter of the ADC for sustaining protests against what he described as an “unjust system,” urging the party’s leadership to intensify and prolong the demonstrations until the message of Nigerians for free, fair, and credible elections is heeded by those in authority.
“I suggest that this protest should not be a one or two-day action but should be carried out on a daily basis until the government is compelled to retrace its steps. Nigerians have used this strategy before, and it proved effective in effecting political change,” he said.
Calling for unity among Nigerians, Eze urged citizens to align with the ADC in what he described as a collective mission to “rescue the country” from hardship and governance challenges under the current administration.
He further criticised the government’s performance, alleging that the country has witnessed unprecedented socio-economic difficulties, while accusing the President of prioritising political survival over national development.
Eze also took a swipe at the Minister of Aviation for dismissing the protests as acts of political intimidation, describing such remarks as disconnected from the realities faced by ordinary Nigerians.
He concluded by urging citizens to remain steadfast in their demand for accountable leadership and democratic integrity, insisting that sustained civic engagement remains crucial in shaping Nigeria’s political future.
