Yoruba Nation Agitator, Igboho’s Threat To Opposition Undemocratic – CD

By Ayodele Oni

The Campaign for Democracy (CD), has warned Yoruba nation Agitator, Sunday Igboho, to desist from making inflammatory statements and attempting to stifle opposition voices in the South West region of Nigeria.

In a statement signed by Pastor Ifeanyi Odili, National President of CD, the organization expressed concern that Igboho’s recent statements, including his threat that no other opposition party should be allowed to campaign in South West Nigeria, are a clear attempt to undermine the democratic process and intimidate opposition parties.

“CD condemns Igboho’s attempt to impose a one-party rule in the South West region and deny Nigerians their fundamental right to participate in the electoral process. This is a recipe for disaster and a threat to Nigeria’s fragile democracy.”

The statement emphasized that Nigeria is a pluralistic society where citizens have the right to participate in the democratic process, regardless of their ethnic, religious, or political affiliations.

CD stressed that Igboho’s actions are  manifestation of deeper problem of intolerance and disregard for the rule of law.

The organization urged Igboho to refrain from making provocative statements and instead focus on addressing the pressing issues of banditry, insecurity, and economic hardship facing the nation.

CD also called on Yoruba elders to counsel Igboho to respect the rights of others and toe the line of peace and national unity.

It condemned the APC’s alleged attempts to transform Nigeria into a one-party state, saying it would be a regression to the military era.

The organization called on security agencies to ensure that all Nigerians are free to exercise their rights without fear or intimidation.

CD reiterated its commitment to defending democracy, human rights, and the rule of law in Nigeria, and vowed to take all necessary actions to ensure that the country’s democratic institutions are protected.