Chieftains of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) on Wednesday cautioned President Bola Tinubu against actions they say could steer Nigeria toward a one-party system, warning of serious implications for democratic governance.
The warning was delivered during the OccupyINEC protest held in Abuja, where former presidential candidate Peter Obi spoke on behalf of the party.
Obi described the current political climate as a threat to Nigeria’s democratic foundations, stressing that the protest was aimed at defending the nation’s multi-party system.
“We are simply holding a peaceful demonstration to say that we cannot have a one-party system in our country. It is a democratic nation,” he said.
He further urged the federal government to safeguard democratic values, emphasizing the importance of electoral choice for citizens.
“We are appealing to those in government: do not destroy our democracy. We need it for our children and for generations to come. Nigerians must have the freedom to choose who leads them. This is critical for our country,” Obi added.
Also speaking, former Minister of Transportation and ex-Rivers State Governor Rotimi Amaechi criticized the Tinubu administration’s economic policies, alleging that they have worsened living conditions for Nigerians.
Amaechi accused the government of failing to deliver on key promises, including infrastructure development, and claimed that citizens are grappling with increased hardship.
“Imagine a president who came to power and the first thing he did was to change the national anthem… and gave us hunger. He said he would give us roads; up till now, they have not given us roads. The money is gone,” he said.
He also expressed confidence that the current administration would be voted out in the next general election.
The protest highlights growing political tensions as opposition figures continue to voice concerns over governance and democratic integrity in Nigeria.
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