Edo State All Progressives Congress (APC) Chieftain, John Mayaki has urged Nigerians to support President-elect, Bola Ahmed Tinubu and shun actions capable of undermining the country’s democracy and stability, noting Sudan’s slide into chaos as a timely warning about the dangers of empowering anti-democratic forces riding a populist wave to power.
Mayaki, in a statement, said the nation must heed Tinubu’s call for post-election healing and reconciliation, with every citizen playing their part to contribute to the emergence of a peaceful and positive atmosphere conducive to progress and renewal as the country experiences another transition of power.
According to him, “the tragic events playing out in Sudan should end the delusion of those who either because of their youth or forgetfulness are flirting with the dangerous idea of the interruption of our democracy just because they remain dissatisfied that their preferred candidate lost.
“Hopefully, the misguided ones who stormed military headquarters to plead for a coup can now see the errors of their ways and repent by supporting Tinubu in his quest to unite the country, and bring about greater prosperity and development through the implementation of his Renewed Hope manifesto.
“It is hoped that their naivety is cured by the realisation that the United States and Britain that they are quick to call to breach our sovereignty and meddle in our internal affairs were the first to close shop and flee Sudan, leaving the citizens to their fate.
“Nigeria is the only country we can all truly call home and as such, we must always strive to protect her peace, democracy, and stability. Tinubu has won the election and will now preside over the country for the next four years. The duty of all patriots, opposition and supporters alike, should be to help his administration succeed,” he said.