The All Progressives Congress (APC) has criticized the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) for calling for foreign intervention in Nigeria’s internal affairs. The APC’s National Publicity Secretary, Felix Morka, described the PDP’s call as “reckless and unpatriotic” in a statement released on Tuesday.

The controversy began when Tanimu Turaki, the new factional chairman of the PDP, appealed to foreign powers to intervene in Nigeria to prevent alleged “Christian genocide” and protect democracy. Turaki made this statement while addressing journalists about the ongoing crisis within his party.

In response, Morka stated that Turaki’s call for foreign intervention was a desperate and confused attempt to manage the PDP’s internal crisis. According to Morka, Nigerians expected Turaki to work towards reconciling the warring factions within his party rather than seeking external help.

The APC spokesperson emphasized that the PDP’s 16 years in power were marked by the suppression of opposition parties, yet there was never a call for foreign intervention to resolve internal crises. Morka expressed trust that the international community would dismiss the PDP’s call as a distraction from the party’s failure to manage its internal democracy.

The APC’s criticism highlights the deepening divisions within the PDP, which has been plagued by internal conflicts and power struggles. The party’s call for foreign intervention has sparked concerns about national security and sovereignty. As the situation unfolds, it remains to be seen how the PDP will address its internal crisis and whether the international community will respond to its call for intervention.

The development has significant implications for Nigeria’s political landscape, with the APC and PDP being two of the country’s major political parties. The ability of these parties to manage their internal affairs and work towards national stability will be crucial in the lead-up to future elections. For now, the PDP’s call for foreign intervention has added a new layer of complexity to the country’s political dynamics.