The Labour Party (LP) 2023 presidential candidate, Mr Peter Obi, has raised an alarm over threats to his life, family and those around him following his New Year messages on the state of the nation.
In a post via X this Monday, the former Anambra State Governor pointed out that Felix Morka had accused him of crossing the line and warned that he would face the consequences.
Mr Obi reiterated his commitment towards upholding decorum and challenged people to feel free to point out where he crossed the line in his New Year message.
The 2023 LP Presidential Candidate expressed worry that the country is increasingly transforming into an authoritarian and repressive regime where expressions are being systematically suppressed.
Recall, Peter Obi, during a media chat last Thursday, asserted that the country’s political, economic and security situation is worsening daily, contrary to the claims of Tinubu’s government.
He made it clear that Nigeria has fallen from being the largest economy in Africa, with a GDP of $574 billion and a per capita income of over $3,500 in 2014, to now ranking fourth on the continent.
Responding to the assertion, the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), in a statement through its Publicity Secretary, Felix Morka, described Peter Obi’s claim as misleading, pointing out that all indicators show that the country is rebounding.
The post read, “Have I really crossed the line? I ask the question because my New Year message has now led to threats against my life, my family, and those around me. While I have received all sorts of messages, one Mr. Felix Morka has gone further to accuse me of “crossing the line” and has warned that I will face the consequences.
“I find it necessary to share this message again and urge everyone who has not seen it to watch: youtube.com/watch?v=waGknJ…
“If I have truly crossed the line, I invite anyone to point it out, as I remain committed to upholding decorum. However, I will not be silenced in my resolve to speak truthfully, especially as our nation continues to drift toward undemocratic practices.
“We are increasingly transforming into an authoritarian and repressive regime, where freedom of expression is being systematically suppressed.
“May God help us create a better and freer society for the sake of our children.”
