ADC alleges traders face pressure to join APC in South-West
Rahman Owokoniran, South-West Zonal Chairman of the African Democratic Congress, has accused the ruling party of coercing market women and traders to join the All Progressives Congress. He claims intimidation and economic threats are being used to force compliance. Owokoniran also criticised the use of palliatives as a political tool and called for issue-based mobilisation. Other ADC leaders emphasised party unity and grassroots engagement to address regional challenges.
Key takeaways
- Rahman Owokoniran alleged that traders are being pressured to register with the APC through threats of market raids and shop closures.
- He stated that palliatives are being used to control the poor and working class for political gain.
- Owokoniran argued these practices undermine democracy and erode public trust in institutions.
- The ADC pledged to focus on grassroots participation and present a people-centred vision for the South-West.
- Other party leaders, including Bamidele Ajadi and Yinka Olona, stressed the importance of building a strong party structure and unity.
