Special Adviser to President Bola Tinubu on Media and Public Communications, Sunday Dare, has criticised Peter Obi over his recent call for the President to resign from office.
In a statement posted on Dare’s official social media page,
he said Obi’s demand was inconsistent with the provisions of Nigeria’s
constitutional presidential system, which provides for fixed terms of office
for elected presidents.
The presidential aide argued that Nigeria does not operate a
parliamentary system where governments can be removed through votes of
confidence.
“Nigeria is a constitutional presidential democracy.
Presidents are elected for fixed terms and leave office through elections,
constitutional processes, incapacity or the expiration of their mandate,” Dare
stated.
Obi had earlier urged President Tinubu to resign, citing
worsening economic hardship, insecurity and what he described as unfulfilled
campaign promises.
Reacting, Dare maintained that Obi’s position reflected what
he described as a misunderstanding of the constitutional framework governing
the presidency.
“It raises a troubling question: if a man seeking the
presidency cannot demonstrate respect for the constitutional foundations of the
office, why should Nigerians trust him with that office?” Dare said.
The presidential aide further accused Obi of focusing
primarily on criticism of the government while failing to acknowledge areas
where the administration claims progress has been recorded.
According to him, national leadership requires more than
criticism and should involve the presentation of practical alternatives and
solutions.
“A serious national leader acknowledges both challenges and
progress. A serious leader offers alternatives,” he stated.
Dare also argued that Obi’s recent public interventions have
increasingly centred on highlighting challenges facing the country.
He maintained that the office of the president requires what
he described as maturity, balance and adherence to constitutional principles.
The statement added that political disagreements should be
pursued within the framework of Nigeria’s democratic and constitutional
processes.
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