The Peoples Democratic Party has declared its readiness to resist what it described as a “sinister plot” by the ruling All Progressives Congress to impose a one-party totalitarian system on Nigeria.
This position was contained in the communiqué issued after the PDP’s 99th National Executive Committee meeting held in Abuja on Tuesday.
The communiqué was read by the party’s Acting National Chairman, Umar Damagum, who was joined by other members of the National Working Committee.
“NEC stands in firm resistance to the sinister plot by the Tinubu-led APC to turn Nigeria into a one-party totalitarian state as evidenced in the desperate attempts to stifle and annihilate opposition parties through open siege, threats and intimidation of opposition figures and institutions of democracy in Nigeria,” Damagum stated.
The party alleged that the APC’s actions were driven by fear of an impending defeat in the 2027 general elections, citing its failure in governance.
According to the PDP, the current administration has plunged the country into deeper insecurity, economic hardship, and policy confusion. “NEC condemns the worsening insecurity; the wanton killings, banditry, kidnapping, marauding of communities and other acts of terrorism in various parts of our country, emboldened by President Tinubu’s apparent negligence and abdication of his Constitutional duty to ensure the safety and security of the nation and her citizens,” the communiqué read.
The opposition party also criticised what it called “anti-people” policies, including fuel subsidy removal, electricity tariff hikes, multiple taxes, and unregulated service charges, which it said have led to business closures, unemployment, and growing despair among citizens.
“NEC restates the PDP demand that President Tinubu’s administration should rescind all its anti-people policies and take practical steps to address the insecurity and economic recession in the country,” Damagum added.
In his contribution, the Chairman of the PDP Governors’ Forum and Bauchi State Governor, Bala Mohammed, accused the Federal Government of using intimidation to weaken opposition voices. He said, “Despite these pressures, our members remain steadfast and unwavering. There is no form of intimidation or persuasion that we, as elected governors and members, have not encountered. Yet, we remain resolute in our commitment.”
While acknowledging internal challenges such as defections and coalition negotiations, Mohammed affirmed that the PDP remains united and focused on its mission to defend democratic governance and improve the lives of Nigerians.
