Senate President Godswill Akpabio has come under fire from former APC National Vice Chairman for the Northwest, Salihu Moh lukman, who accused him of turning the Nigerian Senate into a subordinate entity of the APC-led Federal Government under President Bola Tinubu.
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Lukman’s criticism follows the dismissal of Senate Whip Mohammed Ndume by the National Working Committee (NWC) of the APC, led by Abdullahi Ganduje.
In a statement titled “Fanatical Mindset,” issued on Thursday in Abuja, Lukman urged Nigerians to stand up and defend the country’s democracy.
Lukman questioned the democratic values of the current leadership, stating, “Nigerians should not tolerate leaders who are intolerant of criticism and behave like military tribunal officials.”
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He criticized the APC Senate Caucus for allowing such “illegality,” which he argued undermines the independence of the National Assembly.
The controversy began when the APC, in a letter to Akpabio, accused Ndume of making harmful and divisive comments about the government, particularly during a televised interview where he described the Tinubu administration as being run by “kakistocrats” and “kleptocrats.”
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The letter suggested that Ndume should “honorably resign” from the APC and join an opposition party.
Lukman argued that the APC’s actions confirm Ndume’s allegations, suggesting that key decisions are being made by a small group of party leaders without proper consultation.
He lamented the lack of functioning party organs, which he said should address such issues internally rather than through public statements.
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Lukman also echoed Ndume’s concerns about President Tinubu’s accessibility, alleging that influential figures within the party have effectively isolated the President.
He called for a united effort among opposition leaders and marginalized members of the APC to restore and rebuild Nigeria’s democracy.
LLukman condemned the APC’s treatment of Ndume and criticized Akpabio’s leadership, warning that such actions threaten the democratic principles of the nation.
He urged patriotic Nigerians to work towards ensuring the defeat of the APC in the 2027 elections if these issues persist.
