The Peoples Redemption Party (PRP) has described as reckless and dangerous the recent call by the Factional National Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Tanimu Turaki (SAN) on President Donald Trump and other advanced democracies to “come and save Nigeria” from its internal crises.
PRP National Chairman, Falalu Bello in a statement issued Wednesday said such call was not only unpatriotic but also exposed an alarming inferiority complex that continues to plague some so-called politicians and political leaders.
He said it also reflected a troubling failure to have confidence in Nigeria’s inherent resilience, democratic institutions, no matter the general perception about them, and the collective strength of its people.
Falalu added: “It is an insult to Nigeria’s sovereignty, independence, and dignity – values that countless patriots have fought to uphold.
“Nigeria is a sovereign nation and founded as a republic – with defined territories, independent government and free from any external interference. “Our challenges must be solved through internal dialogue, robust democratic processes, and patriotic leadership – not through external forces and foreign powers that may seek to manipulate our internal affairs for their own interests.
“The PRP reminds Turaki and his ilk that Nigeria does not need the interference of imperialist states to resolve its crises; it needs genuine patriotism, unity, internally driven solutions and of course, genuine partners that will not take advantage of the nation.”
Falalu noted that the 5th Principle of PRP advocates for total liberation from imperialism, a principle rooted in the dignity and sovereignty of the nation.
The party called on Tanimu Turaki and the PDP to immediately withdraw this incendiary and misguided statement.
It also urged all Nigerian leaders to uphold the dignity of the nation and to resist any temptation to undermine the country’s sovereignty through appeals to foreign powers.
It stressed that Nigeria’s strength lies in its people, its institutions, and its unwavering resolve to build a just and united nation.
Falalu said: “Any attempt to undermine this sovereignty in the name of “saving democracy” is a betrayal of our national dignity and a setback to our collective progress.
“Let it be clear: Nigeria’s destiny is in the hands of its resilient people, and we refuse to allow foreign interference to dictate our future.”