Mr Charles Idahosa, a chieftain of the Peoples Democratic
Party (PDP) in Edo, has urged Peter Obi, the Labour Party’s presidential
candidate in the February 25 election, to advise his supporters against
making
inflammatory statements that could undermine democracy in Nigeria. Speaking
with journalists in Benin City on Thursday, Idahosa commended the Independent
National Electoral Commission (INEC) for organizing an election that produced
many upsets, which he believed were near impossible in past elections.
Idahosa expressed his support for the Department of State
Services (DSS) claims that some individuals were attempting to destabilize the
country by disrupting the transition of power to a newly elected democratic
government. He warned against making inflammatory statements that could set the
country ablaze, noting that Nigeria is bigger than any individual or group.
Idahosa also praised Obi for his first attempt at the
presidency and urged him to give peace a chance and build on his achievements,
considering he has age on his side. He reminded everyone that Nigeria has come
a long way and urged them to be cautious and give the country an opportunity to
grow.
Idahosa lamented that some people were not satisfied with
the election results despite the many upsets, pointing out that sitting
governors lost senate seats, and prominent figures also lost in their
respective states. He advised against condemning INEC and making unfounded
allegations of election rigging, noting that no election is perfect, even in countries
like the United States.
