PDP Warns Democracy Is Under Threat, Urges Trump To Intervene

The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has urged the international community, particularly the United States, to step in and protect democracy in Nigeria.

The call comes in the wake of chaos at the PDP National Secretariat in Wadata Plaza, Abuja, on Tuesday, when rival factions of the party clashed while attempting to hold separate meetings at the same location.

Bauchi State Governor Bala Mohammed claimed that he and Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde were tear-gassed during the disturbances.

Speaking to journalists after the incident, PDP National Chairman Tanimu Turaki alleged that police also shot some party members. He said, “Some of our members who came here to attend meetings have been shot by the police. Democracy in Nigeria is under threat. We are now calling on the international community. I want to call on President Trump… this is not just about attacks on Christians, he should come and help save democracy in Nigeria. I also appeal to all developed nations to come and assist in preserving our democracy.”