The Danji SS Campaign Council has accused the ruling party in Taraba State of allegedly using political appointments, financial ...
The Danji SS Campaign Council has accused the ruling party in Taraba State of allegedly using political appointments, financial inducements and intimidation to influence citizens' political choices ahead of the 2027 general elections.
The council, in a press statement, expressed concern over reports that some civil servants were allegedly being harassed, threatened with dismissal or warned of possible salary stoppages for refusing to support the political interests of the ruling party.
It described the alleged actions as undemocratic and a violation of citizens' fundamental rights, insisting that every Nigerian has the constitutional right to belong to, support and vote for any political party or candidate of their choice without intimidation.
According to the statement, government appointments and public employment should not be used as instruments of political coercion.
The council further argued that civil servants are public servants and should not be treated as political property of any government or political party.
It alleged that the reported use of poverty and economic hardship for political advantage reflected a failure to address the challenges of unemployment, underdevelopment and poverty confronting residents of the state.
The campaign council called on Governor Agbu Kefas and his administration to immediately stop any form of political intimidation, coercion or victimisation of civil servants and other residents.
It also urged the government to ensure that the 2027 general elections are conducted in an atmosphere that allows citizens to freely exercise their voting rights without fear, threats or financial pressure.
The statement added that the council would continue to speak against alleged undemocratic practices and defend the rights and dignity of the people of Taraba State.
The statement was signed by the Danji SS Campaign Council on behalf of Hon. Danjuma Usman Shiddi, the All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA) governorship candidate in Taraba State.
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