The United States chapter of All Progressives Congress has warned the National Democratic Coalition, NADECO USA against embarrassing president Bola Ahmed Tinubu.
The warning is coming barely 48 hours after the Publicity Secretary of NADECO USA, David Adenekan, announced that the group will hold a world press conference on the controversy surrounding Tinubu’s Chicago State University academic certificate today, October 23, 2023 at 9:45 a.m. inside Chicago City Hall.
David Adenekan explained that the purpose was to provide journalists and the international community an opportunity to ask questions that would properly investigate and shed more light on the alleged CSU certificate forgery of the President.
However, reacting in a statement on Sunday night, the Chairman of APC USA, Tai Balofin, condemned the move, which he described as a smokescreen to vilify the president.
He said: “The allegation surrounding President Tinubu’s educational certificate from Chicago State University has been addressed, with CSU confirming the certificate’s authenticity. It is crucial to note that this matter is already in the hands of the appropriate authorities, specifically the courts, where due process and legal procedures will be followed.
“We therefore urge the supporters of Labour Party presidential candidate Peter Obi and those of Peoples Democratic Party, Atiku Abubakar, to wait for the outcome of the Supreme Court ruling.
“Furthermore, we would like to clarify that the group organising this World Press Conference under the banner of NADECO USA is not the original NADECO that President Tinubu was a part of during the Abacha era. We urge the public not to be misled by these attempts to distort history. Premature and unfounded allegations not only do a disservice to the public but also risk diverting attention from pressing issues that truly deserve scrutiny.
In conclusion, the leadership of APC USA stands firmly against any attempts to undermine the reputation of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and, by extension, Nigeria. We believe in the strength of the democratic processes and the judicial system to address any legitimate concerns.
“We remain committed to democratic principles, and we encourage this group hiding under NADECO USA to engage in constructive dialogue and allow the legal system to take its course in addressing any genuine concerns,” prof Balofin stated.
