The Lagos State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has urged opposition parties and critics of President Bola Tinubu to engage in constructive debates ahead of the 2027 election. Spokesman Seye Oladejo argued that democracy thrives on ideas rather than resentment or grievance‑driven politics, emphasizing that meaningful democratic engagement requires policy‑based competition, not hostility or theatrics.
Oladejo criticized opposition parties for relying on provocation, incitement and grievance trading, which he believes weakens democracy. He noted that, despite several electoral cycles, the opposition remains fragmented and lacks coherent policy alternatives. Instead of blaming institutions or imagined adversaries, he urged them to confront their internal shortcomings.
The APC spokesman also called on opposition leaders to demonstrate consistency and moral courage by condemning terrorism, violence and criminality without ethnic or political bias. He warned against reckless rhetoric and constant predictions of national collapse, insisting that Nigeria is far from being a failed state. According to Oladejo, the APC‑led federal government under President Tinubu is focused on correcting economic distortions and strengthening the country’s security framework, making difficult decisions in the interest of long‑term stability.
Oladejo concluded by urging opposition parties to adopt a new political culture founded on ideas, patriotism and credible alternatives. He observed that Nigerians are increasingly uninterested in politics built on bitterness and are more likely to entrust their future to leaders who offer solutions rather than complaints. The call for constructive debate comes as the country prepares for the 2027 election, highlighting the need for the opposition to shift from criticism to policy‑based engagement while the APC‑led government continues to address economic and security challenges.
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