AN URGENT CALL FOR RESTRAINT, JUSTICE, AND DEMOCRATIC ORDER IN IKORODU

 

AN URGENT CALL FOR RESTRAINT, JUSTICE, AND DEMOCRATIC ORDER IN IKORODU

It has become imperative to address a disturbing pattern that has continued unchecked in recent weeks, the deliberate destruction of campaign materials belonging to Hon. Abdulkareem Olugbenga Shittu.

This is not merely about banners. It is about the growing attempt to silence participation, suppress support, and undermine the fundamental rights of individuals to freely associate and express their political choices. These actions, coupled with reported intimidation of supporters and obstruction from engaging established party structures in places like Ijede and Igbogbo, raise serious concerns about the state of internal democracy within our constituency.

Despite these provocations, we have exercised restraint. We have chosen the path of peace, guided by the firm belief that no human effort can overturn what God has ordained. However, continued silence in the face of injustice must not be mistaken for acceptance.

One is compelled to ask: if there is genuine confidence in popularity, performance, and acceptance by the people, why resort to actions that suggest fear of open and fair engagement? Why attempt to weaken opposition through suppression rather than strength of record and credibility?

Every resource used in this struggle has come from legitimate means, built on hard work and personal sacrifice, not from public funds. The destruction of these materials is not only an attack on an individual but a direct affront to fairness, equity, and the democratic process itself.

We therefore call on party leaders, community heads, and all relevant authorities in Ikorodu to rise to this moment and address these actions decisively. If left unchecked, such conduct carries the risk of escalating tensions and disrupting the peace we all value.

Ikorodu must not descend into a space where intimidation replaces dialogue, and coercion replaces choice. The will of the people must prevail, freely, fairly, and without fear.

History will judge every action taken in moments like this.

Thank you.

 Shittu Media Team, 2027