The All Progressives Congress (APC) has called on security and intelligence agencies to closely monitor and investigate developments surrounding remarks made by Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, at a recent opposition summit in Ibadan.
In a statement issued on Sunday in Abuja, the party, through its National Publicity Secretary, Felix Morka, described the governor’s reference to the “Operation Wetie” episode as inciting and potentially dangerous to national stability.
Makinde had invoked the historical violence linked to “Operation Wetie” while warning against what he alleged was a drift towards a one-party state during the opposition gathering on Saturday.
Reacting, the APC said the comment should not be taken lightly, noting that such rhetoric could inflame tensions and undermine public safety.
The party urged relevant security agencies to act proactively in assessing the implications of the statement and take necessary steps to safeguard lives and property.
According to the APC, “this development must be taken seriously by security and intelligence agencies to prevent any threat to peace and national security.”
The ruling party added that it was troubling for a sitting governor, who also serves as the chief security officer of his state, to reference a period associated with political violence in Nigeria’s history.
The APC further argued that constitutional immunity does not absolve public office holders of accountability for statements capable of threatening national peace.
It also dismissed claims by opposition leaders that the country was drifting towards a one-party system, insisting that Nigeria’s democratic space remains open and competitive.
The party accused opposition figures, including Atiku Abubakar and Peter Obi, of focusing on allegations rather than strengthening their parties.
Reaffirming its position ahead of the 2027 elections, the APC said it remained committed to democratic principles and governance under President Bola Tinubu, while urging political actors to avoid statements capable of heating up the polity.