In the aftermath of the just-concluded general elections in Nigeria, there have been concerns raised by some quarters over the outcome of the polls. The Free Nigeria Movement, like other civil society groups, has been expressing its displeasure with the outcome of the elections and calling for redress.
However, there have been allegations in some quarters that the group is calling for military intervention in the country. These allegations have been vehemently denied by the Convener of the Group, Moses Ogidi-Paul, who has made it clear that the group is not calling for any such thing.
In a news conference held in Abuja on Thursday, Ogidi-Paul stated that the group only called on the military to stay within the confines of the law in their conduct. He stressed that the group has no interest in inciting the military to take over the government in Nigeria and that such claims are false and mischievous.
Ogidi-Paul also dismissed claims that the group’s visit to the Ministry of Defence was an attempt to woo the military over a possible takeover. He stated that the visit was merely to read a press statement and that the allegations being peddled by spin doctors are meant to cause instability in the country.
The Free Nigeria Movement has been actively involved in promoting democracy and good governance in Nigeria, and its members have been at the forefront of advocating for the protection of human rights and the rule of law. The group has called on the Nigerian government to ensure that the will of the people is respected and that democratic institutions are strengthened.
“The allegations that the Free Nigeria Movement is calling for military intervention in Nigeria are baseless and unfounded”. The Group said
Free Nigeria Movement has also made it clear that it is committed to promoting democracy and good governance in the country and will continue to do so within the confines of the law.
