Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has condemned the state of democracy in Nigeria, stating that it has become a system focused on power grabbing while those affected are left with no real hope of justice in court.
Obasanjo made the remarks on Monday during the 60th birthday colloquium of former Imo State Governor, Emeka Ihedioha.
He criticized the practice of manipulating the democratic process and dismissing concerns by simply telling aggrieved parties to seek legal redress, despite the widespread belief that the judiciary may not deliver justice.
“Democracy is not about grabbing power and telling the victims to go to court knowing that they won’t get justice,” Obasanjo stated.
His comments come amid growing concerns about electoral integrity and judicial independence in Nigeria, with many questioning whether the courts can truly serve as impartial arbiters in political disputes.
