The Inter-Party Advisory Council of Nigeria (IPAC), under the leadership of its National Chairman, Alhaji Yusuf Danielle on Monday strongly condemned the bombing of the Action People’s Party (APP) headquarters in Rivers State, which occurred in the early hours of Monday, August 12, 2024.
The Council in a statement issued by its Publicity Secretary, Chinyere Marvelous Kalu, also tasked all Stakeholders on the need to support Federal Government’s efforts toward combating political extremism and terrorism across the country.
While frowning at the ugly incident, Kalu maintained that: “This heinous act has not only caused panic and terrorized peaceful residents but also threatened the fragile political stability of our nation.
“As the umbrella body of all political parties in Nigeria and a champion of unbroken democracy, IPAC is deeply troubled by the escalating trend of political violence and terrorism.
“We urge President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to take swift and decisive action to address this menace, which poses a significant threat to our democratic values and national security.
“The bombing of APP’s headquarters is a brazen attack on democracy, the rule of law, and the very fabric of our society. It is a stark reminder that political extremism and terrorism can undermine our two and a half decades of unbroken democracy, emboldening those who seek to destroy our nation.
“This bombing cannot be unconnected with desperate politicians seeking control of all the political structures in the state and are not ready for an alternative view and opposition.
These reactionary elements should allow democracy strive in the state and should not see politics as a do or die venture.
“In light of recent agitations for military intervention, IPAC warns that any form of terrorism in the Federation can be exploited by criminal elements to further their ill-conceived agenda.
“Therefore, we implore President Tinubu to direct security agencies to conduct a thorough investigation into the bombing; identify and prosecute the perpetrators and take proactive measures to prevent future attacks.”
The Council also called on “all political parties, stakeholders, and Nigerians to condemn this act of violence; promote peace, unity, and democratic values and support the government’s efforts to combat political extremism and terrorism.
“Together, we can safeguard our democracy and ensure a peaceful, prosperous Nigeria for all.”
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