“PDP, Labour Party Have Failed as Credible Oppositions to APC Government” – Deji Adeyanju

PDP, Labour Party Have Failed as Credible Oppositions to APC Government" – Deji Adeyanju

Deji Adeyanju Calls on PDP, Labour Party to Provide Credible Opposition to APC

Human rights lawyer and activist Deji Adeyanju has urged the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and the Labour Party (LP) to step up their roles as credible opposition parties and hold the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) accountable.

In an interview with Arise News, Adeyanju criticized the leadership of both opposition parties for what he described as their failure to adequately challenge the APC government. He emphasized that effective opposition is essential to maintaining a healthy democracy.

Response to Legal Threats

Adeyanju’s remarks follow threats of legal action by PDP’s acting National Chairman, Umar Damagun, and National Secretary, Samuel Anyanwu, over his criticism of the party’s performance. In response, Adeyanju dismissed the threats, insisting his statements were aimed at encouraging the opposition to fulfill its democratic responsibilities.

“I’m happy and excited that it has gotten their attention. The idea behind these remarks is for people in the opposition to be alive to the responsibility of holding government accountable at all levels,” Adeyanju said.

He reiterated his readiness to face any legal action, framing such challenges as opportunities to amplify his message.

“For me, arrest is like public relations, and jail is campaign for me. Those are some of the things I enjoy. There is no malice against anyone. All I’m asking is for the opposition to be credible and to wake up to their responsibility of opposing the government,” he added.

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Opposition Criticism

Adeyanju accused both the PDP and LP of failing to act as a counterbalance to the APC, particularly in light of Nigeria’s pressing socio-economic issues. He urged the opposition parties to do more in holding the government accountable and representing the interests of Nigerians effectively.

“The PDP and the Labour Party have not been credible oppositions to the APC government, and they must do better,” he said.

Broader Implications

Adeyanju’s comments reflect growing frustration among some Nigerians regarding the perceived weakness of the opposition, particularly following the APC’s controversial win in the 2023 general elections. Observers believe that a robust opposition is critical for fostering good governance and addressing the challenges facing the country.

As Adeyanju continues to challenge the opposition, his calls for accountability and reform could further stir debate about the roles and responsibilities of Nigeria’s political parties in safeguarding democracy.

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