Politics
Members must adhere strictly to rules – Obasanjo commends Turaki-led PDP
Former Nigeria President, Chief Olusegun Obasanjo has commended the National Working Committee, NWC of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, led by the National Chairman, Kabiru Tanimu Turaki for making efforts to stabilize and reposition the party.
Obasanjo spoke on Saturday during a consultative visit by the PDP NWC to his residence in Abeokuta, Ogun State.
The former president commended all the steps taken by the NWC, urging them to remain steadfast in their mission and instill discipline in the Party, saying that “anybody who wants to belong to a political party must adhere strictly to its rules and regulations”
“Things are not beyond repairs. Soldier on. You are doing very well,” Obasanjo stated, encouraging the committee to continue their work with diligence.
He stressed the importance of a strong, focused opposition in any democracy, charging the NWC to ensure that the interest of the nation remains paramount.
Obasanjo, emphasized that the current challenges facing the nation require all political actors to play constructive roles, putting the country’s interest first. He offered his wealth of experience and political insights to the leadership, affirming his readiness to provide guidance when necessary.
He stressed that the way and manner the Federal Government is going, they can’t take Nigeria anywhere good.
Responding to the former President’s encouraging words, the Party’s National Chairman, Kabiru Tanimu Turaki, SAN, expressed profound gratitude on behalf of the entire NWC.
“Your continued support and wisdom mean a great deal to us, Sir. Your advice and great counsel are always very helpful and we will rely on them as we work tirelessly to rebuild and unify our party.
“We came here specifically to tap into your experience and benefit from your invaluable perspective on both the party’s future and the state of our nation”, he said.
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The African Democratic Congress, ADC, presidential candidate, Atiku Abubakar, has asked President Bola Bola Tinubu to learn from former presidents Goodluck Jonathan and Muhammadu Buhari, saying they never deregistered opposition political parties.
Atiku made the call on Saturday in reaction to an attempt to deregister the Nigeria Democratic Congress, NDC, through the courts.
The former Vice President said attempts to restrict political competition run contrary to democratic principles and could erode public confidence in the electoral process.
“Former Presidents Goodluck Jonathan and Muhammadu Buhari never deregistered opposition political parties. Copy and learn from them.
“If you’re truly popular and your policies have positively bettered the lives of the citizens, you shouldn’t be afraid of a free and fair competition,” Atiku said.
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A member of the All Progressives Congress, APC, Taofeek Mustapha, was shot on Saturday by suspected political thugs in Osogbo.
This is as the state governorship election scheduled to take place in August draws closer.
The State Police Command confirmed the incident which happened in the Oluode-Aranyin area of the state.
The attack is said to have heightened concerns as rival political camps clash across the state.
The victim, who survived the shooting pointed out that he was targeted by the thugs because he was wearing a political cap associated with the APC candidate.
“I put on the AMBO crested cap when the shooting occurred. Everyone ran to safety and they pursued me because I was wearing the APC candidate cap. I did not wait but was shot. I cried for help before they retrieved back into the vehicle and drove away,” he said.
The spokesperson for the State Police Command, Abiodun Ojelabi, stated that an official investigation has already commenced to unravel those behind the attack.
Recall that the police, alongside other security agencies and electoral stakeholders, convened a peace meeting to encourage political parties to commit to a peaceful campaign and election.
However, the ruling Accord Party and the APC did not show up for the meeting.
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The All Progressives Congress, APC, has won the entire 24 chairmanship seats and 240 councillorship positions in the just concluded local government elections in Gombe state.
The State Independent Electoral Commission, GOSIEC, made the announcement on Saturday in Gombe, the state capital.
According to GOSIEC, six political parties fielded candidates for the chairmanship elections.
The parties include the APC; Youth Party, YP and the National Rescue Movement, NRM.
Others are Zenith Labour Party, ZLP; African Action Congress, AAC, and Democratic Liberation Alliance, DLA.
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