Presidential candidate for Labour Party (LP), Peter Obi, has called on LP members in the National Assembly to stand against what he deems “unconstitutional” actions, particularly concerning the recent political developments in Rivers State.
In a statement released on X, Obi expressed his concern over the “unconstitutional removal of elected officeholders,” citing a 26-year decline in Nigeria’s democratic process. He criticized the disregard for educational qualifications in elections and widespread rigging.
Obi emphasized that he had previously refrained from interfering in the lawmakers’ legislative affairs, respecting their independence. However, he felt compelled to speak out at this “critical juncture.”
He urged LP lawmakers to “stand as true defenders of justice” and to “not participate in or support any action, decision, or vote that compromises the integrity of our democracy, undermines the interests of the people of Rivers State, or contradicts our core values of fairness, equity, and transparency.”
Obi wrote, “My dear brothers and sisters, Members of the Labour Party in the National Assembly, Since your inauguration as Distinguished, and Honorable members of the National Assembly, I have refrained from interfering in your legislative affairs out of respect for your independence and to allow you to focus on alleviating the suffering of the Nigerian people.
“However, at this critical juncture — following 26 years of a deteriorating democratic process marked by disregard for educational qualifications for electoral positions, massive rigging, and now the unconstitutional removal of elected officeholders — I find it necessary to address you.
“These unconstitutional actions have far-reaching negative implications for our democracy and the will of the people. I urge you to stand as true defenders of justice. Do not participate in or support any action, decision, or vote that compromises the integrity of our democracy, undermines the interests of the people of Rivers State, or contradicts our core values of fairness, equity, and transparency.
“We must not allow ourselves to become instruments of injustice or contribute to the betrayal of the people’s mandate. At this moment, we must prioritize what is right over what is wrong or convenient, remaining steadfast in defending the well-being of the people of Rivers State.
“Together, let us stand firm in our resolve — because a new Nigeria is possible!” Obi concluded.
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