SDP dismisses coalition rumours against Tinubu
President Bola Tinubu
Published By: Kazeem Ugbodaga
By Kazeem Ugbodaga
The Social Democratic Party (SDP) has rubbished reports that it is teaming up with some opposition political parties to form a coalition against President Bola Tinubu.
The SDP, in a statement by Alfa Mohammed, National Publicity Secretary, said the party wished to clarify its position regarding recent reports circulating in the media.
The party said these reports suggested that the SDP, alongside other major opposition parties in Nigeria, is involved in forming a coalition against Tinubu’s administration.
‘We acknowledge the existence of a substantial conspiracy, reportedly backed by influential opposition figures and certain private sector entities. This conspiracy aims to establish a formidable coalition, including opposition parties, trade unions, and civil society organizations.
“The goal is to turn public opinion against the current government, potentially leading to its undemocratic removal. However, the SDP firmly distances itself from such unpatriotic and undemocratic political tactics.
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“To eliminate any confusion, it is important to note that the mainstream SDP, currently embroiled in a legal struggle against certain factions illegitimately recognized by INEC, is committed to engaging with President Tinubu’s administration in a constructive manner for the next three years.
“This approach excludes any involvement in schemes aimed at destabilizing the government or distracting its focus,” the SDP stated.
The party urged Nigerians to remain vigilant and discerning in the face of potentially harmful propaganda and provocative statements that would soon be pouring out from the said coalition.
“Such tactics are designed to erode public confidence in the President and the ruling political class, thereby jeopardizing the integrity of our hard-fought democracy,” it added.
