PDP urges investigation into Fadahunsi’s alleged election threats
Senator Francis Fadahunsi has come under scrutiny after comments attributed to him in a viral video allegedly threatened violence against political opponents ahead of upcoming elections. The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has called for a thorough investigation into the remarks, condemning them as unacceptable in a democracy. The PDP also criticized the ruling party, linking the senator’s statements to a broader pattern of inflammatory rhetoric. The party insists that elections should be peaceful and reflect the true will of the people.
Key takeaways
- The PDP demanded a probe into comments by Senator Francis Fadahunsi in a viral video, where he allegedly threatened violence before the 2027 elections.
- The party described the remarks as uncivilised and unacceptable, emphasizing that elections should not be a platform for threats.
- The PDP linked the senator’s comments to a pattern of inflammatory rhetoric by members of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC).
- The party urged President Bola Tinubu, the APC, and their officials to stop promoting anti-democratic narratives.
- The PDP insisted that civility and respect for voters’ choices must be central to Nigeria’s democratic process.
