The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has sounded the alarm over what it described as a growing threat to democracy in Nigeria, urging the international community, including Trump’s U.S administration to intervene
The call came after violent clashes erupted at the PDP National Secretariat in Wadata Plaza, Abuja, on Tuesday, when rival factions tried to hold separate meetings at the same location.
Bauchi State Governor Bala Mohammed said he and Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde were tear-gassed during the unrest, while PDP National Chairman Tanimu Turaki alleged that some party members were also shot by security forces amid the chaos.
Speaking to journalists, Turaki said,
“Some of our members who came here to attend meetings have been shot by the police. Democracy in Nigeria is under threat. We are now calling on the international community. I want to call on President Trump… this is not just about attacks on Christians, he should come and help save democracy in Nigeria. I also appeal to all developed nations to come and assist in preserving our democracy.”
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