The Unity Advocacy Group has expressed concern over the speculations that the army was planning to disrupt the elections and plot a coup d’etat, had the capability to trigger extra pressure in an already politically charged environment.

Though the army had denied the allegation and pledged its dedication to the democratic system of presidency in place within the nation, the group believed that the declare might set the nation on hearth if allowed to slip.

In an announcement on Saturday by the group’s convener, Ifeanyi Aigbedion, the group warned politicians in opposition to making unsavory feedback, including that they need to enable ”the desire of God prevail within the ongoing political course of.”

The assertion learn, “We as a bunch are deeply involved concerning the underground plots by some disgruntled parts to derail our march to a secure democracy.

“We’re involved the extra, of makes an attempt to attract the Armed forces of Nigeria into the political area. That is able to setting the nation on hearth.

“UAG is just not right here to defend anybody, or any of the political events, however to advise politicians to permit the desire of God prevail within the ongoing political course of. They need to learn to give and take.

“From our commentary, the army, already engaged in varied operations aimed toward restoration of peace, will proceed to assist the expansion of our nascent democracy. Drawing them into the political area is a disservice and should cease.”

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