PRP berates PDP factional chairman’s inferiority-driven foreign intervention calls

By Editor

The Peoples Redemption Party (PRP) has condemned what it called the reckless and dangerous remarks by the Factional National Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Senator Tanimu Turaki (SAN), in his recent call for foreign intervention, specifically urging President Donald Trump and other advanced democracies to “come and save Nigeria” from its internal crises.

The PRP in a statement on Wednesday by its National Chairman, Falalu Bello, described the call as reckless, dangerous, and unpatriotic.

Addressing newsmen after gaining entry into the PDP National Secretariat in Abuja following a prolonged confrontation between supporters of rival factions on Tuesday, Turaki asked President Trump, to intervene in the party’s turmoil, as he planned to in Nigeria alleged persecution of Christians in the country.

“Such a statement is not only unpatriotic but also exposes an alarming inferiority complex that continues to plague some of our so-called politicians and political leaders. It reflects 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.

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,” Bello said.

He reminded 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.
He said that the 5th Principle of PRP advocates for total liberation from imperialism, a principle rooted in the dignity and sovereignty of our nation. This principle underscores our belief that true independence is achieved when Nigeria’s destiny is determined by Nigerians themselves, not by foreign governments or their agents.
He said, “We call on Tanimu Turaki and the PDP to immediately withdraw this incendiary and misguided statement. We also urge all Nigerian leaders to uphold the dignity of our nation and to resist any temptation to undermine our sovereignty through appeals to foreign powers. Nigeria’s strength lies in its people, its institutions, and its unwavering resolve to build a just and united nation.
“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.”