2019 Elections: Fashun Warns Against Unguarded Comments

The Founder of the O’odua People’s Congress (OPC), Dr Frederick Fashun, yesterday warned against unguarded talks ahead of the 2019 general elections, saying such might have dire consequences for Nigeria.
The Octogenarian and National Democratic Coalition (NADECO) chieftain, who will turn 85 years on September 21, gave the warning in an interview with newsmen in Lagos.
Fashun said that the most important task before every Nigerian now was to ensure that the unity and peace of the country was preserved as an entity.
“At my age and looking back at the battles we fought to enshrine democracy in Nigeria through NADECO, I cannot sit and watch Nigeria disintegrate.
“Elections are not a do or die affair. Leaders come and go which is why we have tenure in Nigeria. It is not a life position but the country will always remain for new leaders.
“I am most pained that some of the elder statesmen are on the sidelines, and doing nothing to call their people to order.
“It is not a situation restricted to any part of the country, it cuts across. This is the time for statesmen to rise and speak with one voice against violence and incitement that may negate what we stand for as a nation,” Fashun said.