Civilian Dictators Now Rule Nigeria – Dele Momodu

A two-term presidential aspirant and PDP chieftain, Dele Momodu, warns that Nigeria is sliding into a civilian dictatorship. Momodu raised this alarm during his appearance on Channels Television’s The Morning Brief on Wednesday, emphasizing that the current political climate threatens Nigeria’s democracy.

Momodu stated that Nigeria is approaching a civilian dictatorship, especially troubling as the nation prepares to observe Democracy Day. He expressed concern, saying, “On the eve of June 12, Nigeria is virtually back to civilian dictators who don’t care how you feel or what you think. Nigerians are hungry.” This shift toward dictatorship reflects a troubling decline in democratic principles.

He blamed both elected officials and government institutions for neglecting the people, asserting that leaders have become bold and shameless in their treatment of Nigerians. “We’ve damaged this democracy, and I hope it’s not beyond repair because the audacity and effrontery of this set of politicians—whether in the executive, legislature, or local government—are totally unbelievable,” Momodu added.

Momodu also lamented that those who fought and died for Nigeria’s democracy during the June 12 struggle would be heartbroken if they saw the current state of affairs. “All those who suffered for this democracy, especially those now in heaven—if they can see us, they would be crying,” he said.

Regarding the crisis within the PDP, Momodu blamed Nyesom Wike for taking over the party and causing chaos. He criticized Wike’s influence over the PDP presidential ticket for 2027, calling his actions a “coup” against the party that elevated him. “What Wike is doing is a rehash of his actions in Rivers State—and he’s doing so with the backing of top leaders,” Momodu explained.

Momodu also accused Wike of orchestrating a major crisis in Rivers State, leading to a state of emergency. “A monumental crisis was caused by one man. Because he wouldn’t go quietly, a state of emergency had to be declared. It’s unprecedented in Nigeria’s history,” he said. He described Wike’s actions as a “coup” against the PDP. He asserted that Wike has no moral right to dictate the party’s direction.

In reaction to President Bola Tinubu’s comments at the reopening of the Abuja International Conference Centre, Momodu expressed disapproval. Tinubu had called some Nigerians “busybodies” and “bystanders,” but Momodu found this disturbing. “Who is a bystander in his own country? All because of Wike,” he remarked.

Despite the PDP troubles, Momodu clarified he would never join the ruling APC. “If I wanted to join APC, I wouldn’t be speaking like this. My soul is out of PDP. I cannot sit where one man dictates to adults who have served Nigeria all their lives.” He affirmed.

Finally, Momodu warned that Nigeria is dangerously moving towards autocracy unless political reforms occur. “PDP is part of the problem. But people like Wike, doing these things with impunity, are taking us backwards,” he concluded.

(Vanguard)

A two-term presidential aspirant and PDP chieftain, Dele Momodu, warns that Nigeria is sliding into a civilian dictatorship. Momodu raised this alarm during his appearance on Channels Television’s The Morning Brief on Wednesday, emphasizing that the current political climate threatens Nigeria’s democracy.

Momodu stated that Nigeria is approaching a civilian dictatorship, especially troubling as the nation prepares to observe Democracy Day. He expressed concern, saying, “On the eve of June 12, Nigeria is virtually back to civilian dictators who don’t care how you feel or what you think. Nigerians are hungry.” This shift toward dictatorship reflects a troubling decline in democratic principles.

He blamed both elected officials and government institutions for neglecting the people, asserting that leaders have become bold and shameless in their treatment of Nigerians. “We’ve damaged this democracy, and I hope it’s not beyond repair because the audacity and effrontery of this set of politicians—whether in the executive, legislature, or local government—are totally unbelievable,” Momodu added.

Momodu also lamented that those who fought and died for Nigeria’s democracy during the June 12 struggle would be heartbroken if they saw the current state of affairs. “All those who suffered for this democracy, especially those now in heaven—if they can see us, they would be crying,” he said.

Regarding the crisis within the PDP, Momodu blamed Nyesom Wike for taking over the party and causing chaos. He criticized Wike’s influence over the PDP presidential ticket for 2027, calling his actions a “coup” against the party that elevated him. “What Wike is doing is a rehash of his actions in Rivers State—and he’s doing so with the backing of top leaders,” Momodu explained.

Momodu also accused Wike of orchestrating a major crisis in Rivers State, leading to a state of emergency. “A monumental crisis was caused by one man. Because he wouldn’t go quietly, a state of emergency had to be declared. It’s unprecedented in Nigeria’s history,” he said. He described Wike’s actions as a “coup” against the PDP. He asserted that Wike has no moral right to dictate the party’s direction.

In reaction to President Bola Tinubu’s comments at the reopening of the Abuja International Conference Centre, Momodu expressed disapproval. Tinubu had called some Nigerians “busybodies” and “bystanders,” but Momodu found this disturbing. “Who is a bystander in his own country? All because of Wike,” he remarked.

Despite the PDP troubles, Momodu clarified he would never join the ruling APC. “If I wanted to join APC, I wouldn’t be speaking like this. My soul is out of PDP. I cannot sit where one man dictates to adults who have served Nigeria all their lives.” He affirmed.

Finally, Momodu warned that Nigeria is dangerously moving towards autocracy unless political reforms occur. “PDP is part of the problem. But people like Wike, doing these things with impunity, are taking us backwards,” he concluded.

(Vanguard)

A two-term presidential aspirant and PDP chieftain, Dele Momodu, warns that Nigeria is sliding into a civilian dictatorship. Momodu raised this alarm during his appearance on Channels Television’s The Morning Brief on Wednesday, emphasizing that the current political climate threatens Nigeria’s democracy.

Momodu stated that Nigeria is approaching a civilian dictatorship, especially troubling as the nation prepares to observe Democracy Day. He expressed concern, saying, “On the eve of June 12, Nigeria is virtually back to civilian dictators who don’t care how you feel or what you think. Nigerians are hungry.” This shift toward dictatorship reflects a troubling decline in democratic principles.

He blamed both elected officials and government institutions for neglecting the people, asserting that leaders have become bold and shameless in their treatment of Nigerians. “We’ve damaged this democracy, and I hope it’s not beyond repair because the audacity and effrontery of this set of politicians—whether in the executive, legislature, or local government—are totally unbelievable,” Momodu added.

Momodu also lamented that those who fought and died for Nigeria’s democracy during the June 12 struggle would be heartbroken if they saw the current state of affairs. “All those who suffered for this democracy, especially those now in heaven—if they can see us, they would be crying,” he said.

Regarding the crisis within the PDP, Momodu blamed Nyesom Wike for taking over the party and causing chaos. He criticized Wike’s influence over the PDP presidential ticket for 2027, calling his actions a “coup” against the party that elevated him. “What Wike is doing is a rehash of his actions in Rivers State—and he’s doing so with the backing of top leaders,” Momodu explained.

Momodu also accused Wike of orchestrating a major crisis in Rivers State, leading to a state of emergency. “A monumental crisis was caused by one man. Because he wouldn’t go quietly, a state of emergency had to be declared. It’s unprecedented in Nigeria’s history,” he said. He described Wike’s actions as a “coup” against the PDP. He asserted that Wike has no moral right to dictate the party’s direction.

In reaction to President Bola Tinubu’s comments at the reopening of the Abuja International Conference Centre, Momodu expressed disapproval. Tinubu had called some Nigerians “busybodies” and “bystanders,” but Momodu found this disturbing. “Who is a bystander in his own country? All because of Wike,” he remarked.

Despite the PDP troubles, Momodu clarified he would never join the ruling APC. “If I wanted to join APC, I wouldn’t be speaking like this. My soul is out of PDP. I cannot sit where one man dictates to adults who have served Nigeria all their lives.” He affirmed.

Finally, Momodu warned that Nigeria is dangerously moving towards autocracy unless political reforms occur. “PDP is part of the problem. But people like Wike, doing these things with impunity, are taking us backwards,” he concluded.

(Vanguard)

A two-term presidential aspirant and PDP chieftain, Dele Momodu, warns that Nigeria is sliding into a civilian dictatorship. Momodu raised this alarm during his appearance on Channels Television’s The Morning Brief on Wednesday, emphasizing that the current political climate threatens Nigeria’s democracy.

Momodu stated that Nigeria is approaching a civilian dictatorship, especially troubling as the nation prepares to observe Democracy Day. He expressed concern, saying, “On the eve of June 12, Nigeria is virtually back to civilian dictators who don’t care how you feel or what you think. Nigerians are hungry.” This shift toward dictatorship reflects a troubling decline in democratic principles.

He blamed both elected officials and government institutions for neglecting the people, asserting that leaders have become bold and shameless in their treatment of Nigerians. “We’ve damaged this democracy, and I hope it’s not beyond repair because the audacity and effrontery of this set of politicians—whether in the executive, legislature, or local government—are totally unbelievable,” Momodu added.

Momodu also lamented that those who fought and died for Nigeria’s democracy during the June 12 struggle would be heartbroken if they saw the current state of affairs. “All those who suffered for this democracy, especially those now in heaven—if they can see us, they would be crying,” he said.

Regarding the crisis within the PDP, Momodu blamed Nyesom Wike for taking over the party and causing chaos. He criticized Wike’s influence over the PDP presidential ticket for 2027, calling his actions a “coup” against the party that elevated him. “What Wike is doing is a rehash of his actions in Rivers State—and he’s doing so with the backing of top leaders,” Momodu explained.

Momodu also accused Wike of orchestrating a major crisis in Rivers State, leading to a state of emergency. “A monumental crisis was caused by one man. Because he wouldn’t go quietly, a state of emergency had to be declared. It’s unprecedented in Nigeria’s history,” he said. He described Wike’s actions as a “coup” against the PDP. He asserted that Wike has no moral right to dictate the party’s direction.

In reaction to President Bola Tinubu’s comments at the reopening of the Abuja International Conference Centre, Momodu expressed disapproval. Tinubu had called some Nigerians “busybodies” and “bystanders,” but Momodu found this disturbing. “Who is a bystander in his own country? All because of Wike,” he remarked.

Despite the PDP troubles, Momodu clarified he would never join the ruling APC. “If I wanted to join APC, I wouldn’t be speaking like this. My soul is out of PDP. I cannot sit where one man dictates to adults who have served Nigeria all their lives.” He affirmed.

Finally, Momodu warned that Nigeria is dangerously moving towards autocracy unless political reforms occur. “PDP is part of the problem. But people like Wike, doing these things with impunity, are taking us backwards,” he concluded.

(Vanguard)