The Director General of The Progressive Institute (TPI), Abuja, Dr. Lanre Adebayo, has linked the rising insecurity in Nigeria to the irresponsible speeches and conduct of some political leaders, particularly from opposition parties.
This was conveyed in a statement signed by Wale Abideen, Head of Media Unit of the Institute.
Speaking during an interactive session with civil society activists, media professionals, and political stakeholders in his office, Dr. Adebayo said many politicians fail to draw the line between electioneering and governance, often spreading false narratives just to score political points.
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He expressed concern over research findings that revealed how certain community crises were sparked by inflammatory remarks made by politicians and community leaders. He therefore called for caution, urging political, community, and religious leaders to desist from inciting their followers into violence.
Dr. Adebayo emphasized the need for pragmatic, constructive criticism from opinion leaders to help sustain peace and stability in the country.
On policy direction, the TPI Director General revealed that the APC Think Tank would soon present a 3-day midterm review of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda in its sectoral form.
“The TPI Midterm Review is to provide a platform that will project the government in its real sense. It’s a window to boost the government’s image. The program will carry out an exhibition of government achievements. We’re carrying out a sector-by-sector scorecard of the President,” he said.
He added that the review will include an analysis of campaign promises versus actual performance in the last two years.
Dr. Adebayo also raised concerns about the absence of strong ideological foundations among political parties in Africa. He encouraged Nigerian politicians to uphold democratic values and develop distinct identities for their parties.
“TPI is currently working on strengthening the APC ideology to provide a clear direction and sense of identity for the party,” he added.
