We Won’t Bow to FG’s Intimidation, Vows PDP Governors
Governors elected on the platform of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) have declared that they will not succumb to what they describe as intimidation from the Federal Government.
The declaration was made in a communiqué issued after a closed-door meeting held in Abuja on Monday by the PDP Governors’ Forum.
The governors condemned what they called a systematic clampdown on opposition voices and warned that such actions are detrimental to Nigeria’s democracy.
“We will not bow to intimidation or any form of harassment from the Federal Government. The PDP remains committed to democratic principles, the rule of law, and the protection of the rights of all Nigerians,” the Forum stated.
They alleged that the Federal Government was using state institutions, including security agencies and regulatory bodies, to target opposition leaders and create a climate of fear.
According to the governors, recent developments suggest a pattern of political persecution aimed at silencing voices from PDP-controlled states, which they warned could erode the foundations of Nigeria’s federal structure and democratic norms.
“What the country needs now is unity, responsible governance, and policies that address the economic and security challenges facing Nigerians—not political vendettas,” the statement read.
They urged President Bola Tinubu’s administration to focus on its constitutional duties and resist the temptation to use federal power against legitimate opposition.
The governors reaffirmed their unity and commitment to upholding democracy, promising to continue delivering good governance in their respective states despite the challenges.
Political observers note that the tension between opposition states and the Federal Government may intensify unless efforts are made to restore dialogue and mutual respect between the two sides.
The PDP Governors’ Forum concluded the meeting with a firm resolve to defend democratic values and ensure that the voices of Nigerians are not silenced by political pressure.
