The member representing Ideato North/South Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives and founder of the Action People’s Party (APP), Ikenga Ugochinyere, has called on opposition political parties to halt internal attacks and prioritise unity in the interest of Nigeria’s democracy.
Mr Ugochinyere, in a statement sent to ThePreview Media on Thursday evening, specifically addressed the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Nigerian Democratic Congress (NDC), and Labour Party (LP).
He described the growing culture of public bickering, accusations, and needless confrontations among opposition figures as “childish and counterproductive.”
“This is not the time for unnecessary fights and media attacks against one another. Nigerians expect the opposition to provide direction, hope, and credible alternatives, not endless quarrels that weaken collective strength,” he said.
He stressed that personal interests and ego-driven politics must give way to cooperation, dialogue, and strategic alliance-building in the interest of the nation and the people.
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He therefore urged leaders and members of the parties to concentrate on issues affecting Nigerians, including insecurity, economic hardship, unemployment, and governance challenges, rather than dissipating energy on internal divisions.
He maintained that unity remains the strongest weapon for any political movement seeking to inspire confidence among citizens and deepen democratic values.
“The people are watching. What Nigerians want to see is maturity, unity, and a common purpose. Opposition politics should not become a battlefield of insults and bitterness,” he added.
