Raymond Dokpesi, founder of DAAR Communications, has accused the federal government of vilifying members of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), dismissing the probe of the abuse of security funds under the last administration.

Dokpesi, who is currently undergoing prosecution for allegedly receiving N2.1 billion from the office of the national security adviser (NSA) for the media campaign of the PDP, vowed that his party would fight what he described as injustice, till the very end.

He alleged that the current administration was taking Nigeria back to the era of dictatorship but said his party which is bent at the moment, would not be broken.

Dokpesi was speaking in Abuja on Wednesday after his investiture as the patron of the PDP Youth Vanguard and honour as ‘the freedom fighter of PDP’.

“So much political water has passed under the bridge since the general election of April 2015, so much have been said about our members, many of whom have been publicly vilified even without being heard,” he said.

“Even as I speak to you now the relentless pursuit of our members across the country is being intensified and I can say to some measure of certainty that a lot more light in store for the PDP and its members. Our party, the People Democratic Party, played a key role in the entrenchment of democracy in the country.

“We will not be weakened or demoralised in playing our role as the important opposition voice which is very critical ingredient in any democratic state. We may be harassed, we may even be bent, but we are resolute and will not be broken.

“In the 16 years in power, it brought about major reforms in the economy, communication, technology and business which has today made Nigeria the biggest economy in Africa.

“The democratic freedom upon which the now ruling party rode to power is made possible by PDP government, which ensured fundamental human right of citizens to freely express themselves were guaranteed, even at the expense of its existence as the then ruling party.

“Legislation like freedom of information act are realities of the PDP government. And I dare say that even the EFCC, the ICPC, and all the agencies that are today said to be dealing with issues of corruption were brought in place by PDP government.

“I speak in regard to the several matters before the law court of our country concerning PDP members and especially my humble self on charges filed against us by the federal government.

“The provisions of section 287 of the constitution are very clear on the obedience of court orders by all arms of government.

“Having said so, I must assure you that there is nothing like the much flaunted $2.1 billion dollars arms deal, it does not exist. It’s a figment of the imagination of the current administration in an attempt to disseminate, misinform, destroy the very root of the PDP and you must stand, each and every one of you must stand for the Peoples Democratic Party.

“I have unshakeable faith that the youth are not just the future but the present of our dear country Nigeria, and must be active if the heart-felt democracy is to be sustained and protected.”

Dokpesi said his company has survived “oppression” from the powers that be in the past, and would remain alive to check “monstrous powers of the state”.

He added that the PDP would not go into extinction as a result of its current challenges.

“As I have said not too long ago we must stand resolutely united especially in the face of this momentary political adversity, for one thing I want to say again that the PDP is not dead, that the PDP is not dying, and the PDP will not die,” he said.

“The persecution of the former national security adviser, the persecution of the publicity secretary of the peoples democratic party, the chairman board of trustees, we will by the special grace of God remain proud when we start our defences in court.

“Some of us are reminded the event of the 1984/85 years which by any stretch of comparison as similar to the unfolding event of today… Free press is as important as other element that help to check the monstrous power of the state.

“DAAR communication plc, owners and proprietor of African Independent Television, Raypower Fm, Faaji FM, and other subsidiaries, has from inception had been at the fore front in the fight against impunity and promotion of democracy even from the military days in this country.

“We have weathered the storm of oppression, we have been vilified many times, we have also been persecuted in our constitutional duties to make government and government official accountable to the Nigerian people, but we never wavered. During the infamous third term tenure, elongation agenda, we dared to speak; we dared to speak up, but spoke.

“We have always been on the part of human right, citizen participation in the democratic process, transparency and accountability, these ideals have not changed. We will support any policy of government that seeks to promote the ideals of good governance, but we will also not be cowed to speak up where we disagree.”

Dokpesi’s outburst is coming a day after his son, who is chairman of DAAR Communications, led top management staff of the organisation to the presidential villa to present a giant seasonal card to President Muhammadu Buhari.

https://www.thecable.ng/dokpesi-dasukigate-doesnt-exist-its-witch-hunt

Dokpesi, só the 2.1 billion wired into your account by Dasuki was a figment of imagination of the Internet abi? Or you are disappointed that Baba didn't come out to receive your Christmas card abi? By the time Magu and Daura are through with you, shall spread the gospel of 'Sai Baba'

Now you can say rubbish abi?
Assuming you are still remanded like your fellow thief(dasuki),you will know how to make use of your useless mouth

PhockPhockMan:

“Some of us are reminded the event of the 1984/85 years which by any stretch of comparison as similar to the unfolding event of today… Free press is as important as other element that help to check the monstrous power of the state

Is he afraid of a lengthy jail term?

Shameless he-goat, you are moving Nigeria forward by looting us dry. Thank your stars that mob action has not started yet for looters.

morbeta:
Shameless he-goat, you are moving Nigeria forward by looting us dry. Thank your stars that mob action has not started yet for looters.

Take am easy bro.

Ishilove, lalasticlala

He should just stop spewing thrash abeg, sometimes its best to just keep shut instead of clearing everyones doubts that you nor just get sense at all

Yeye shameless old man. So now money when we trace enter ur account na figment of our imagination. Shameless old fool

Na Wizard hunt self... Winch small

They always take us for granted! Imagine this man trying to trick Nigerians into believing No money was missing!MOB action will solve this problem of corruption..enough of lynching petty thieves..this are the bigger thieves!

Shameless man

OgbeifunErom:
Immediately his son returned from Aso Rock and notified him that PMB did not even grant him audience, he decided to start running his fat mouth.

Dokpesi says there is no $2.1 billion missing but Dasuki has listed all the people that collected the money, including the FAT old man called Dokpesi himself who collected N2.1 Billion


By the time the Nigerian justice system is done with Dokpesi, all the Fat in his neck will melt.

The era of impunity is gone. General Buhari is now in Charge

Bros has Dasuki ever granted any interview nor press conference where he made any such allegations? Dont forget Dasuki pleaded not guilty in court.We will know more in the comming days as the trial unfolds

cktheluckyman:


Bros has Dasuki ever granted any interview nor press conference where he made any such allegations? Dont forget Dasuki pleaded not guilty in court.We will know more in the comming days as the trial unfolds

Please dont be naive.

Where do you think EFCC is getting all the names of the beneficiaries of Father Santa Dasuki Bonanza? From Space? Dasuki has given EFCC the names of the goats that ate our Yam.

Dasuki is indeed pleading not guilty but his defence is that he was acting on the orders of the ex-President, Jonathan. His defense is that, his C-in-C gave him instructions and he simply followed them. However, he will have to explain to a competent court how the ONSA became the government's financial institution. I'm sure he was fully aware of his job description

Yesterday, Olisa Metuh almost escaped to St Kitts if not for the swift reaction by EFCC. His account was credited with N1.4 billion by Dasuki as well. When he gets to court, he will also shout victimisation.

In case you have not been following, the current President of Nigeria is deaf to IPOB and Wailer inspired noise and criticism. All the goats that ate Nigeria's yam must vomit it and spend quality time in prison.

Demdem:
Foolish man. In a country like China, people like Dokpesi that eats public yams are speedily executed. U should thank ur stars that u don't have additional charges on ur head, u would have been re arrested after ur bail.
Prove ur innocence in the law court.

That is exactly what he is determined to do!! You think everyone is a coward!! Even Abacha could not successfully muzzle the opposition with all his military powers let alone the old and weak pa Bubu

Demdem:
Foolish man. In a country like China, people like Dokpesi that eats public yams are speedily executed. U should thank ur stars that u don't have additional charges on ur head, u would have been re arrested after ur bail.
Prove ur innocence in the law court.

was he prove guilty by d law? wait till he is proven guilty b4 u condemn him

People write rubbish and make hasty conclusions about this $2.1 arms scandal. The social media ar not helping matters. They over heat the entire system. Let's wait to hear the side of those accused of the arms deal. Don't conclude until you hear from them too. Have u ever bothered to think why the so called 'arms money' should be shared? The same money was shared to Dokpesi,Haliru,Odili,FFk, Metuh,Anneni, Yakassai etc? I see it as a ploy to decimate the PDP members.
I personally feel, the money so disbursed was the money raised from GEJ presidential fund and was in custody of Dasuki to disburse to the various head of the campaign committees and not necessarily arms money. Let's wait and hear from the other side too. That is my view. Thank U

Idioti.c animal....

See dis Fat Man ohh..does he think Nigerians are mumu ni?? U agreed that u indeed collected billions of Naira,now u r saying it is Fiction?? Dis man dey craze ni Itz d court dat granted u bail dat I blame,if u were cooling ur fat ass and calabash belle in Kuje and fed with Watery beans and 50 naira bread,u won't be talking poo up and down..useless Man with who couldn't even pay his workers salaries..u ate dat money and u must Vomit it...rubbish

Could it be that your son and his greeting cards were not well received in Aso Rock ?

That's why PMB was not in that picture

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Dazzle07:
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Who would ever listen to an allege crook

He will soon come out to deny this statement soon. Ole!

when there are hundreds of paper proves/evidence and why hasn't dasuki mention these himself I suspect someone is smuggling alcohol for dis man inn prison........i wonder when they will all go to jail....PDP Awon ekpa

This man sounds confident.

I'm drawing attention again to the prosecution team of efcc.
Nigerians should not be surprised if this man was to walk free.
Either incompetency or through bribes.

Trials are not done on pages of newspaper and internet forum but proving the case in court.
Efcc legal team has LOST more high profile cases than WON

Something must be happening at EFCC allowing big men to walk while only petty 419ers are jailed.

Tabon:
People write rubbish and make hasty conclusions about this $2.1 arms scandal. The social media ar not helping matters. They over heat the entire system. Let's wait to hear the side of those accused of the arms deal. Don't conclude until you hear from them too. Have u ever bothered to think why the so called 'arms money' should be shared? The same money was shared to Dokpesi,Haliru,Odili,FFk, Metuh,Anneni, Yakassai etc? I see it as a ploy to decimate the PDP members.
I personally feel, the money so disbursed was the money raised from GEJ presidential fund and was in custody of Dasuki to disburse to the various head of the campaign committees and not necessarily arms money. Let's wait and hear from the other side too. That is my view. Thank U

Bros I fear this your imagination oo :- \

Dokpesi is synonymous to corruption