Former Labour Party presidential candidate Peter Obi recently said that Nigeria can no longer be called a democratic country.
In a pointed critique of Nigeria’s democratic state, Peter Obi declared that the nation no longer merits the label of a democratic country.
His remarks, delivered during a Democracy Day address, have sparked a flurry of responses, including a notable correction from Jubril Gawat, a senior aide to Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu.
Obi, reflecting on the essence of democracy, stated, “Most unfortunately in our present state, our dear country Nigeria cannot be classified as a democratic country.
Democracy is said to be a government of the people, by the people, and for the people. Yet, none of these three measures exist in our democracy today.”
His comments highlighted perceived deficiencies in the electoral process and governance structures, reigniting debates on the health of Nigeria’s democratic institutions.
However, the focus shifted slightly when Gawat took to his official X (formerly Twitter) account to address a visual element If Peter Obi’s presentation.
“Just small correction for learning purposes: That’s not the Nigerian flag, the flag is GREEN, WHITE, GREEN. No other design or logo or even a single dot should fall into it. Do better for the next E-Broadcast,” Gawat posted, drawing attention to an apparent error in the flag displayed during Obi’s address.
The incident underscores the sensitivity surrounding national symbols and the scrutiny public figures face, especially during significant occasions like Democracy Day.
