{"id":151873,"date":"2025-02-20T20:58:14","date_gmt":"2025-02-20T19:58:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.africa-press.net\/nigeria\/uncategorized\/damagun-warns-apc-fg-against-taking-over-government-in-osun-state"},"modified":"2025-02-20T23:53:02","modified_gmt":"2025-02-20T22:53:02","slug":"damagun-warns-apc-fg-against-taking-over-government-in-osun-state","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.africa-press.net\/nigeria\/parties\/damagun-warns-apc-fg-against-taking-over-government-in-osun-state","title":{"rendered":"Damagun warns APC, FG against taking over government in Osun State"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"color: #ff6600\"><strong>Africa-Press &#8211; Nigeria. <\/strong><\/span>The National Chairman of the People\u2019s Democratic Party, PDP, Ambassador Umar Illiya Damagun, has urged the ruling All Progressives Congress, APC, federal government to abandon any thoughts of taking over the government of Osun State through the imposition of a state of emergency.<\/p>\n<p>During a media chat, Damagun specifically called on the APC government to refrain from putting further pressure on the Osun State government and to allow Governor Ademola Adeleke to remain focused on delivering the dividends of democracy to the people. He also warned against the bloodshed occurring across various local government areas.<\/p>\n<p>Ambassador Damagun pointed out that the renewed furore was part of the APC strategy to reignite its onslaughts and threats, as previously expressed by an APC leader who boasted that the party would take over Osun State and Oyo.<\/p>\n<p>The PDP acting National Chairman cautioned, saying, \u201cNigeria is not a banana republic; there is a limit to what the citizens can tolerate.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>His remarks during the media chat were contained in a statement issued on Thursday in Abuja by his personal assistant, Nuru Shehu Jos.<\/p>\n<p>Regarding the alleged APC government\u2019s meddling that has caused the latest uproar in Osun State, Damagun advised the federal government to focus on fixing Nigeria\u2019s economy rather than interfering in the political process.<\/p>\n<p>He lamented the skyrocketing cost of living, stating that everyone is now experiencing its negative impacts.<\/p>\n<p>He added: \u201cToday, people can no longer afford to feed, and insecurity has engulfed Nigeria under the APC government.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>According to him: \u201cFixing Nigeria should be the government\u2019s priority, not unlawfully capturing more states.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cIt is clear that the people have rejected the APC government in Nigeria, so no one should contemplate using a state of emergency to suppress the opposition.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Damagun emphasised: \u201cLet it be clear that Nigeria belongs to all of us. There should be no room for any form of intimidation.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>\u201cThe APC government must understand that the citizens of Osun State deserve security and good governance, which are currently being provided by the PDP government. Records show that the people are happy with Governor Adeleke.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cI want to warn those attempting to undermine democracy to be aware of the consequences of their continued plots. They cannot keep pushing Nigerians to the wall. This is unacceptable! We are not at war; we are simply taxpayers who deserve good governance.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>During the meeting, the PDP chairman also urged security agencies to remain non-partisan and objective in their duties.<\/p>\n<p>He said: \u201cSecurity personnel must remember that they are being paid with taxpayers\u2019 money. They must protect all citizens and refuse to take sides.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cWe call on all citizens to remain vigilant and wary of the APC\u2019s tactics, as these will not continue unchecked. The APC government must understand that the people have rights, and they are willing to exercise them at any time.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cAs the leading opposition party, we will continue to use lawful means to voice our concerns and protest injustices against our party and members.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Damagun assured the media: \u201cThe PDP believes in the rule of law. It is a party stronger than any individual or group.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Going forward, he assured Nigerians and PDP members that, under his leadership, the party would not allow anyone to create divisions within its ranks.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cIt is natural for political parties to experience internal disputes, but the beauty of the PDP is its internal mechanisms for resolving challenges. The PDP will always remain the party to beat. There is no cause for alarm.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>The acting National Chairman encouraged the citizens of Osun State to remain steadfast and loyal to the PDP while supporting Governor Adeleke in his development efforts across both urban and rural areas.<\/p>\n<p>He urged the Osun State government not to succumb to APC distractions, assuring that the PDP nationwide would continue to show solidarity and support for Governor Adeleke and the PDP family.<\/p>\n<p><strong>For More News And Analysis About <span style=\"color: #ff6600\">Nigeria<\/span> Follow <span style=\"color: #ff6600\">Africa-Press<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Africa-Press &#8211; Nigeria. The National Chairman of the People\u2019s Democratic Party, PDP, Ambassador Umar Illiya Damagun, has urged the ruling All Progressives Congress, APC, federal government to abandon any thoughts of taking over the government of Osun State through the imposition of a state of emergency. 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