Sunday, April 5, 2026 -Channels Television anchor, Seun Okinbaloye, has said he is
“not afraid” of Nyesom Wike, the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory,
FCT.
Wike had said he would have “broken his TV screen and shot”
Okinbaloye, over his comments that a one-party system would destroy democracy
in Nigeria.
The minister’s remarks has attracted widespread
condemnation, with Amnesty International accusing him of using “reckless and
violent language”.
But Okinbaloye on Sunday doubled down on his views and said
violent rhetorics have no place in a democracy.
He said: “The fact remains that our democracy is in danger
if we allow one-way traffic in balloting.
“This is not a warning to the opposition or ruling party.
But to all Nigerians who believe in the development of our nation.
“I received a call from the honourable minister, who
clarified the intention was not as conveyed.
“While that is noted, it is important that violent rhetoric
or threats are never appropriate responses to dissent in a democratic society.
“Let me clear: I am not afraid and I will never be
intimidated.
“We may disagree and as humans we may err, but dissent must
never descend into hostility or harm.
“I will continue to do what I love, asking the necessary questions and holding power to account.”
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