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The Allied People’s Movement (APM) has defended its presidential candidate and Governor of Oyo State, Seyi Makinde, over his call for a United Nations-backed investigation into the recent abduction of schoolchildren and their teachers in Oyo State, accusing leaders of the All Progressives Congress (APC) of reacting with “panic” and raising questions over their opposition to the proposal.

In a statement issued on Wednesday by its National Publicity Secretary, Abubakar Yusuf, the party described the criticism of Makinde‘s position by APC leaders, including senior government officials and lawmakers, as suspicious, insisting that only those afraid of the truth would oppose an independent investigation into the incident.

The party argued that Makinde’s appeal for international scrutiny was aimed at ensuring transparency and accountability rather than undermining Nigeria’s sovereignty.

According to the APM, the circumstances surrounding the abduction were serious enough to warrant an independent examination beyond domestic institutions.

It maintained that the governor’s request for international involvement was intended to strengthen public confidence in the investigation and ensure that anyone found culpable, irrespective of status or political affiliation, would be held accountable.

The party rejected claims by APC leaders that the call amounted to an affront to Nigeria’s sovereignty, contending that collaboration with international organisations in combating terrorism was already an established practice by the Federal Government.

To support its position, the APM recalled that President Bola Tinubu had, on several occasions, appealed for greater international cooperation in Nigeria’s fight against terrorism, including at the United Nations General Assembly and during engagements with officials of the United States Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI).

The opposition party questioned why APC leaders would oppose Makinde’s proposal if they had nothing to conceal, arguing that seeking the truth behind the kidnapping should be in the national interest.

It further alleged that the strong reactions from some APC figures had fuelled public suspicion, while referencing past allegations by a former APC leader that political actors imported foreign elements as mercenaries ahead of the 2015 general elections.

The APM said prominent government officials, including former Edo State governor Adams Oshiomhole and Secretary to the Government of the Federation, George Akume, ought to be championing efforts to establish the facts surrounding the abduction instead of criticising the governor’s position.

Reaffirming its support for Makinde, the party said it remained committed to the pursuit of truth and accountability in matters affecting the security of Nigerians.

The party also commended the country’s security agencies for the successful rescue of the abducted pupils and teachers, praising their professionalism and sacrifice in the ongoing fight against terrorism.

It urged security personnel to remain steadfast in their efforts to protect lives and property across the country, while reiterating that uncovering the truth behind the Oyo abduction was essential to strengthening national security and public confidence

Ofunaofu:
I'm trying to wrap my head around the APC's opposition to an independent investigation by the UN and other international bodies into the Oriire kidnap saga by the Tinubu-led APC government.

Why are they so vehemently opposed to it? Why the panic?

Suddenly, the APC is talking about Nigerian sovereignty, the very sovereignty they previously undermined

molotov1:
APC, You can't be taking orders from IMF , world Bank and pawning off national assets for cheap and still be talking about sovereignty...

What a cantankerous and hypocritical bunch !

GloriousGbola:
Only UN?

Makinde should also call on ICC and amnesty international, OIC, EU, FBI, INTERPOL to investigate the federal government of Nigeria's successful handling of a mass kidnap by islamist terrorists.

All those who were shouting bring our children home and sewing name for shirt are now claiming the kidnap, the killing of a human being on camera was all staged.

And the fool ish makinde is playing the same game.

tommylee:
Honestly speaking i wished they killed all the children including the teachers aslo, then i will see what people like Makinde and his dimwit supporters will say.
Was it not the sane Makinde the Peter Obi went to visit and was screaming from the roof top that the President has not called the govnor yet. And same foolish blind delusional supporters of anything bad were all shouting that the President is wicked.
U people need serious help.

Tenses:
If it wasn't staged why are you opposed to international scrutiny?

DatNiggaDaz:


Makinde is not even panicking over an independent investigation

Some data boiz of APC and the faaaaakkkkeee certttifficcate holder were already accusing Makinde of being the Mastermind.

So tell me, why is APC and the coven of mandate snatchers and grabbers wailing and panicking when they hear thorough independent investigation

GloriousGbola:
Are you saying that the kidnap of the children was staged?

Are you saying the the beheading of Mr Oyedokun M. O. on video is made up?

You are what is called a useful I d it for the islamist terrorists who have this country under siege

Performative outrage when they attack, fake outrage when they are neutralised.

Jayhome24:
Very funny indeed see ants talking where elephant dey talk. Pls APM bu gi who be APM, who sabi dem?

We have told you APM pls go to UN, pls go their we are daring you pls go to UN, una dey fear or what?

You challenge somebody for a fight the person came out and say let's do it yet you are still busy talking that shows you are a coward. We said Go to UN, go pls go and bring your investigator.

GloriousGbola:
Only UN?

Makinde should also call on ICC and amnesty international, OIC, EU, FBI, INTERPOL to investigate the federal government of Nigeria's successful handling of a mass kidnap by islamist terrorists.

All those who were shouting bring our children home and sewing name for shirt are now claiming the kidnap, the killing of a human being on camera was all staged.

And the fool ish makinde is playing the same game.

AMINDA:
On the contrary, Tinubu, Bayo Onanuga, the rubberstamp senate and Jimoh Ibrahim have been begging Makinde not to go to the UN. They say Nigeria is a sovereign country.

Jayhome24:
Begging Makinde you say? Pls I need just 2 proof or evidence at your possession where all you mentioned "begged" mMakinde. Pls in your evidence I want to see or hear the word "beg", video, audio, newspaper, picture when they begged Makinde failure to provide all these you go hear am dis morning...

OlaMiki:
Define panicking ? oponu

Flangelo12:
Because a bank gives you loans, they have the right to inspect your bedroom?

tommylee:
Honestly speaking i wished they killed all the children including the teachers aslo, then i will see what people like Makinde and his dimwit supporters will say.
Was it not the sane Makinde the Peter Obi went to visit and was screaming from the roof top that the President has not called the govnor yet. And same foolish blind delusional supporters of anything bad were all shouting that the President is wicked.
U people need serious help.

Ofunaofu:
I'm trying to wrap my head around the APC's opposition to an independent investigation by the UN and other international bodies into the Oriire kidnap saga by the Tinubu-led APC government.

Why are they so vehemently opposed to it? Why the panic?

Suddenly, the APC is talking about Nigerian sovereignty, the very sovereignty they previously undermined

GloriousGbola:
Only UN?

Makinde should also call on ICC and amnesty international, OIC, EU, FBI, INTERPOL to investigate the federal government of Nigeria's successful handling of a mass kidnap by islamist terrorists.

All those who were shouting bring our children home and sewing name for shirt are now claiming the kidnap, the killing of a human being on camera was all staged.

And the fool ish makinde is playing the same game.

Ofunaofu:
https://guardian.ng/news/apm-defends-makindes-call-for-un-investigation-accuses-apc-of-panic/

tommylee:
Honestly speaking i wished they killed all the children including the teachers aslo, then i will see what people like Makinde and his dimwit supporters will say.
Was it not the sane Makinde the Peter Obi went to visit and was screaming from the roof top that the President has not called the govnor yet. And same foolish blind delusional supporters of anything bad were all shouting that the President is wicked.
U people need serious help.