Nigeria slipping into dictatorship – PDP Governors warn

The Peoples Democratic Party Governors’ Forum (PDP-GF) has raised alarm over what it described as Nigeria’s gradual slide into full-blown dictatorship, worsening insecurity, and deepening poverty, calling on leaders to urgently address the challenges confronting the nation.

In a statement signed by the Forum’s Director-General, Dr. Emmanuel Agbo, on behalf of its chairman, Bauchi State Governor Bala Mohammed, the governors urged reflection and decisive leadership as Muslims celebrate Eid-el-Maulud.

“Today, our country is at a crossroad as Nigerians get disconnected from the constituted services they deserve. As we inch daily to full-blown dictatorship with its attendant abuse of power and citizens live in abject penury in the face of plenty, leadership is once again called to urgently address insecurity, our compromised judicial system, failed economic policies resulting in intolerable hunger, poverty and unemployment,” the statement read.

The Forum highlighted Prophet Muhammad’s teachings of peace, tolerance, and service to humanity, urging Nigerians to draw inspiration from his legacy to promote unity and understanding.

“Let this day be a reminder of the values we should uphold and share — public service with accountability, kindness without expectation, humility, and the pursuit of truth to rebuild the faith of our citizens in our country,” it added.

The governors also extended warm wishes to Muslims across the country, praying for joy, peace, and meaningful celebrations during Eid-el-Maulud.