A governorship aspirant on the platform of the African Democratic Congress, ADC, in Benue State, Peter Adejoh, has warned against attempts to turn Nigeria into a one-party state ahead of the 2027 general elections.
Adejoh, who picked his nomination form to contest the 2027 governorship election in Benue State on Thirsday, said democracy can only thrive when opposition parties are allowed to operate freely without intimidation or restriction.
Speaking shortly after obtaining the nomination form, the ADC governorship hopeful urged the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, to remain truly independent in the discharge of its responsibilities.
“A one-party state is bad for any country. Nigeria does not need a one-party state situation,” he said.
“We need a multi-party democracy, and I urge INEC to remain truly independent in whatever they do.”
He also called on the judiciary to be fair and just in handling political matters ahead of the elections.
According to Adejoh, the “journey to rescue Benue” has already begun, adding that his administration would focus on transparency, accountability and economic transformation if elected governor.
The ADC aspirant promised to run an inclusive government that would serve all ethnic groups across the state equally.
“I’m going to be a governor for Benue State. I’m not going to be an Idoma governor, Tiv governor, Igede governor or Etulo governor,” he stated.
“There will be even distribution of wealth across the three senatorial districts of Benue State.”
Adejoh further pledged to strengthen local government autonomy, improve security and build a self-reliant economy capable of increasing the state’s internally generated revenue.
He criticized the continued delay in payment of salaries at the local government level, insisting that workers would not be owed under his administration.
According to him, insecurity, poverty and underdevelopment in many communities are direct consequences of a weakened local government system.
He added that Benue possesses abundant agricultural and mineral resources capable of transforming the state’s economy if properly harnessed.
