Peter Obi: President Tinubu Has Crossed The Line – Atiku Slams Morka
Morka had earlier stated that Obi had "crossed the line" and should face the consequences for his criticism of the President Bola Tinubu-led administration. However, Atiku has come out to defend Obi, saying that it is Tinubu who has crossed the line by trying to suppress free speech and democratic values in Nigeria.
"President Tinubu has crossed the line by trying to intimidate and silence opposition voices in the country," Atiku said in a statement. "The comments made by Felix Morka are a clear indication of the desperation of the APC to cling to power and suppress the truth."
Atiku also condemned the threats made against Obi's life and family, saying that it is unacceptable and a threat to democracy. "The threats made against Peter Obi's life and family are a clear indication of the level of desperation and lawlessness that has become synonymous with the APC," he said.
Obi had made a New Year message that criticized the government, which Morka said was a crossing of the line. However, Obi has maintained that he is committed to speaking the truth and will not be silenced.
The development has sparked a heated debate on social media, with many Nigerians condemning the APC for trying to suppress free speech and democratic values. The PDP has also weighed in, saying that the APC is trying to distract Nigerians from the real issues facing the country.
"The APC is trying to distract Nigerians from the real issues facing the country, such as poverty, insecurity, and corruption," said a PDP spokesperson. "But we will not be distracted. We will continue to speak out against the injustices and corruption of the APC-led government."
The incident has also raised concerns about the state of democracy in Nigeria, with many calling for the protection of opposition voices and the promotion of free speech.
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