In Abuja, seven opposition parties, including the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP), African Democratic Congress (ADC), Allied Peoples Movement (APM), Social Democratic Party (SDP), Young Progressives Party (YPP), and Zenith Labour Party (ZLP), have joined forces to establish a coalition named the ‘Coalition of Concerned Political Parties (CCPP).’
The leaders of these parties gathered at the National Secretariat of the SDP to formalize the coalition on Wednesday.
The formation of CCPP follows the call made by former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, a PDP presidential candidate in the 2023 election, urging opposition parties to unite against the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC). Atiku had warned against the risk of Nigeria becoming a one-party state.
The coalition emphasizes its commitment to providing a strong opposition for the benefit of Nigeria and calls for alternative solutions to government policies.
The leaders express concern over the worsening insecurity in the country and urge the National Assembly to review and revise the 2024 budget, asserting that Nigeria operates a theoretical budget rather than an ‘operational budget.’
Speaking at the meeting, the acting National Secretary of the PDP, Setonji Koshoedo, stated, “This coalition wants to offer strong opposition for the good of Nigeria. Our duty is to offer alternative solutions to government policies.”
The coalition clarifies that it is not a merger and expresses support for the judiciary, urging it to deliver judgments that will stand the test of time.
The National Chairman of the ADC, Chief Ralph Nwosu, highlighted the coalition’s goal to strengthen democracy and counteract attempts to stifle viable opposition.
The CCPP emerges as a unified front with a shared objective of promoting accountability, justice, and morality in Nigerian politics.
| Sahara Reporters
