The Ebonyi State chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) calls on Governor Francis Nwifuru to apologise or resign after he urges local government officials to enforce APC dominance in their areas ahead of the 2027 elections. PDP publicity secretary Darlington Peter-Onwe says the governor’s comments are inciting and could fuel political violence.
Speaking on a live radio programme on Friday, Peter-Onwe criticises the remarks as violating the state’s constitutional responsibility to protect lives and property. He argues the rhetoric undermines democracy and has already contributed to hostility toward opposition members and journalists, citing resulting tensions in the state.
Both sources describe the governor’s earlier instruction to newly sworn-in council chairmen and deputies in Abakaliki to work for APC victory in their local government areas, warning of consequences if they fail. The outlets frame the dispute primarily through the PDP’s response, with the party calling the statement dangerous and demanding retraction, apology, or resignation.
