The Lagos state Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) Chairmen Forum has urged Nigerians to resist the plot by the All Progressives Congress (APC) to make the country one-party system.
Speaking at a press conference on Friday, the chairman of the forum, Chief Aderounmu Adeyemi, said a one-party system is fundamentally incompatible with democratic ideals, which breeds authoritarianism, suppresses dissent, and ultimately paves the way for dictatorship.
He condemned the demolition of Makoko and other riverine communities by the state government without adequate notice, meaningful engagement or sustainable resettlement plans.
He said: “We unequivocally condemn the severe hardships currently being experienced by citizens under the APC-led administration.
“Across critical sectors, including economic stability, security, infrastructure, and public welfare, this government has consistently fallen short of its responsibilities to the people of Lagos state.
“It is disheartening that many residents now feel alienated in their own land, subjected to policies that appear disconnected from their daily realities and welfare.”
Alarmed by the inhumane and insensitive demolition of communities such as Makoko, Otumara, and Otto, the Forum described as “Equally troubling” the inadequate access to quality healthcare, especially in remote and underserved areas of Lagos.
The group said it firmly rejected the APC’s emerging one-party logic” as “Nigeria does not belong to any single party.”
The Forum also affirmed its undiluted loyalty to Dr. Amos Fawole-led state exco and Dr. Tanimu Turaki-led national leadership as the duly elected and legitimate authorities of the party.
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