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Labour Party Criticizes Middle Belt Forum For Allegedly Silencing Peter Obi

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Labour Party Criticizes Middle Belt Forum For Allegedly Silencing Peter ObiThe Labour Party (LP) has sharply criticized the Middle Belt Movement for allegedly imposing a gag order on its 2023 presidential candidate, Peter Obi. Emmanuel Idakwo, the Kogi State Publicity Secretary of the LP, issued a statement condemning this move, which he claims restricts Obi from discussing the 2023 presidential election.

Key Points of the Statement

The statement titled, ‘Disagreement and rebuttal of the incorrect criticisms of some groups in Middle Belt against Peter Obi’, highlighted several concerns:....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

  • Gag Order: Idakwo expressed deep concern over the alleged directive by certain pressure groups within the Middle Belt Pan Nigeria Forum that prevents Obi from making public statements about the election.
  • Election Irregularities: The 2023 election was widely criticized for irregularities, particularly regarding the transmission of results from polling units to the Independent National Electoral Commission’s (INEC) result viewing portal (IREV). This has raised significant doubts about the integrity of the electoral process.
  • Importance of Addressing Electoral Issues: Idakwo emphasized that preventing Obi from speaking out against these irregularities stifles transparency and undermines the democratic process. He argued that Obi’s voice is crucial in ensuring that future elections are conducted fairly and that the true will of the people is reflected in the results.

Calls for Action

Idakwo called for a reevaluation of the alleged gag order, suggesting that it represents an attempt to silence critical voices and prevent accountability. He underscored the importance of addressing the concerns raised by the election irregularities to uphold the credibility of Nigeria’s electoral process.

Reference to EU Report

The LP spokesperson referred to the European Union’s report on the presidential election, describing it as a comprehensive analysis that serves as a global standard for evaluating electoral processes. This report, according to Idakwo, further underscores the need for transparency and accountability in Nigeria’s elections.


This development highlights ongoing tensions and debates about the 2023 presidential election in Nigeria, reflecting broader concerns about electoral integrity and democratic governance in the country.

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POLITICAL COUP: 24 Lawmakers Join Forces In A Massive Revolt To Impeach Ondo Speaker!.

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