The National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Dr. Abdullahi Ganduje has dismissed claims by the former governor of Anambra State, Peter Obi alleging threats to his life.
Ganduje in a statement described the claims as “sheer mischief and outright falsehood,” stating that Mr Obi who was also the presidential candidate of the Labour Party in the 2023 general elections accusations stem from a misrepresentation of remarks made by APC’s National Publicity Secretary, Felix Morka.
The APC National Chairman emphasised that Mr. Morka’s comments were in response to a question and did not constitute a threat to Mr. Obi or anyone else.
“By falsely claiming that Morka threatened his life, Mr. Obi has libeled Morka in the extreme and incited his online supporters to issue death threats against Morka and his family,” Ganduje said.
He emphasised that as a public figure, Mr. Obi has a responsibility to provide accurate and truthful information, explaining that spreading falsehood undermines public trust.
Ganduje noted that Mr. Morka was simply discharging his duties as the National Publicity Secretary of the APC, holding opposition actors accountable for their statements, as is expected in a democratic setting.
“Morka’s comments during the interview were strictly in response to a question referencing ‘prophets of doom’ and ‘voodoo economics.’ Nothing in his statement constituted or suggested a threat to Obi or anyone else,” Ganduje clarified.
The APC Chairman further underscored the importance of free speech, a right protected by Nigeria’s Constitution, which applies to all Nigerians, including members of the ruling party and therefore called on Mr. Obi to refrain from misinformation and to accept criticism as part of the democratic process.
“Does Mr. Obi expect the APC to fold its arms and allow the opposition to propagate falsehoods without any response?” Ganduje queried, stressing that the APC will continue to counter baseless allegations with facts against the Tinubu led government.”
Set the records straight
Ganduje stated that the party stands by the position of the National Publicity Secretary in his effort to defend the federal government and set the records straight against disinformation by desperate politicians.
He called on Mr. Obi to refrain from misinformation and to accept criticism as part of the democratic process.
APC’s National Chairman reiterated the party’s commitment to upholding democratic principles while holding opposition actors accountable when necessary.
Lateefah Ibrahim
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