Adewale Adebayo, the Social Democratic Party (SDP) presidential candidate in the 2023 elections, has cautioned that Nigeria is gradually slipping into a one-party state. He accused the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) of suppressing opposition voices and restricting the nation’s democratic space.
During a visit to the Kaduna State SDP Secretariat, Adebayo warned that the APC’s political strategies pose a serious threat to Nigeria’s democracy. He called for nationwide mobilisation to counter these moves, alleging that certain political figures have “conspired” to centralise power within one dominant party, thereby weakening political competition.
“They forgot that God created this country,” he said, noting that issues such as hunger, unemployment, and insecurity affect all Nigerians, regardless of region, religion, or age. He accused the APC of seeking to “destroy all opposition” and create a one-party state.
Adebayo also criticised the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, saying the party is now facing consequences for failing to deliver justice during its 16 years in power. He urged Nigerians not to be deceived by politicians who only engage citizens during election periods, insisting that the SDP remains “the only vehicle left to rescue the country.”
He further faulted President Bola Tinubu for ignoring local concerns but responding quickly to international figures, saying, “They listen to Trump more than the Nigerian people.”
During the visit, Adebayo also called on the Kaduna SDP chapter to strengthen grassroots mobilisation and secure a permanent party secretariat ahead of the 2027 elections.
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