The Digest:
Former Anambra governor Peter Obi has accused President Bola Tinubu's government of suppressing opposition politics, warning that Nigeria's democratic space is shrinking. Speaking on ARISE PrimeTime, Obi cited the denial of venues for ADC's national convention as a troubling sign. "If you are denied simple things like venue, it shows where the country is drifting to," he said. He also criticised INEC's withdrawal of recognition from the David Mark-led ADC faction.
Key Points:
- Obi said the government appears to be deliberately weakening opposition parties.
- He claimed many opposition party crises are instigated by external forces.
- He criticised INEC's withdrawal of recognition as "questionable and inconsistent."
- He warned that the judiciary is increasingly being drawn into political controversies.
- Obi said he will attend the ADC convention despite setbacks.
