The National Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Kabiru Turaki, has raised concerns over what he described as a growing threat to Nigeria’s multiparty democracy, urging opposition leaders to act decisively.
Speaking at the opposition leaders’ summit in Ibadan, Oyo State, Turaki said the country is at a critical turning point, warning that inaction would be judged harshly by history.
Quoting classical literature to underscore the urgency, he said Nigeria is “bound in shadows and miseries” and must act now to preserve its democratic gains.
Turaki warned that the country appears to be drifting toward a one-party state, which he described as unprecedented in Nigeria’s democratic journey.
He alleged that opposition parties are operating under difficult conditions driven by what he termed a “state-engineered crisis” aimed at weakening their structures and limiting their ability to challenge the ruling party.
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The PDP chairman also accused “renegade members” of fueling internal instability, dragging parties into prolonged legal battles and leaving them vulnerable ahead of elections.
He further expressed concern over the state of key national institutions, which he claimed have been “captured” or compromised, undermining confidence in the electoral process.
Turaki noted that public trust in democratic institutions has declined significantly, warning that failure to address these challenges could have far-reaching consequences for national stability.
He urged opposition leaders to set aside differences and work together to defend democratic principles and restore public confidence.
The summit in Ibadan continues with deliberations on strengthening opposition unity and safeguarding Nigeria’s democratic future.
Editor: Ada Ononye
