The National Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Congress (PDP), Prince Uche Secondus, has been warned to be mindful of his political language and conduct.
According to National Publicity Secretary of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Mr Yekini Nabena, the frequent outburst of the PDP national chairman is not in the best interest of conduct of politics in the country.
It will be recalled that some weeks ago, the PDP National Chairman, took the internal matters of the country’s politics to the international scene by writing letters to various international organizations. Again, soon after the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) declared the Osun State Governorship Election inconclusive, Prince Secondus without basis accused the electoral body of conniving with the All Progressives Congress (APC) to declare the election inconclusive.
The ruling party spokesperson said that ordinarily the party would have ignored such attitude from the opposition party but said the timing of such utterances in the name of performing the opposition role is not in the best interest of the country.
Said he, as a rule would have ignored the irresponsible and baseless utterances and actions as exhibited by the PDP National Chairman, but as we prepare for the forthcoming 2019 General elections, it is necessary we give a word of caution on expected behavior required of all political sides.
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“The National Chairman of a political party is expected to exhibit the highest sense of patriotism, decency and decorum in public conduct and discourse. Regrettably, the National Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Prince Uche Secondus has not lived up to these basic expectations”, he said.
He further stated that, his allegation on the inconclusive Osun State governorship election is not expected from such highly-placed party official adding
“ Accusing the APC of conspiring with INEC, without proof, is taking mudslinging too far”.
Mr Nabena, advise Prince Secondus not to descend to the level unexpected of his office, adding, less he enters the boxing ring with its attendant mud and dirt. His action will only bring him personal attacks, ridicule. A word is enough for the wise!
