Ndume: Very Sad, Unfortunate. So Tinubu Can’t Be Criticized, Advised By Ranking Senator -Dele Momodu
Dele Momodu, a former presidential contender and member of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), has taken to social media to voice his disappointment at Senator Ali Ndume’s dismissal as Senate Chief Whip.
Debate has erupted over the National Assembly’s decision, which came about as a result of a protest from the National Headquarters of the All Progressive Congress (APC).
Momodu expressed doubts about the National Assembly’s conduct, questioning if President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is exempt from ranking senators’ criticism and counsel.
He conveyed his dismay by saying, “What manner of National Assembly is this?” So, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu cannot be criticized and advised by a ranking senator… Very sad and unfortunate.”
Momodu’s remarks raise questions about the boundaries of criticism and free speech in Nigerian politics, particularly under a democratic system.
The dismissal of Senator Ndume, a well-known senator, has sparked concerns about the independence and tolerance of the National Assembly toward opposing viewpoints…