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PRP denies crisis as ADC alleges infiltration bid

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  • The People’s Redemption Party (PRP) has denied reports of internal division, attributing them to external forces aiming to destabilize the party.
  • The African Democratic Congress (ADC) alleged that the APC is undermining opposition parties, including the PRP, by fostering internal crises.
  • The PRP stated it remains undeterred by such tactics and is focused on its growing political momentum and commitment to its ideals.

The People’s Redemption Party (PRP) has vehemently refuted claims of internal factionalism, labeling such reports as orchestrated attempts by external elements to undermine its rising political influence. In a strong statement from its National Publicity Secretary, Muhammed Ishaq, the party dismissed the emergence of a group calling itself 'PRP-Vanguard Collective' as baseless and unrecognized by the party's leadership.

These so-called individuals are nobodies of consequence and are not known by the PRP leadership or its members.

— Muhammed IshaqDismissing the legitimacy of the group claiming to be 'PRP-Vanguard Collective'.

This clarification comes amidst allegations by the African Democratic Congress (ADC) that the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) is actively working to destabilize opposition parties and shrink the democratic space in Nigeria. The ADC specifically pointed to the PRP's situation, suggesting that the party was stable until recent events, implying external interference. The PRP, however, views these accusations and the reported internal dissent as distractions timed to coincide with its growing national traction.

Why is it that we are just hearing about these claims now, at a time when PRP is gaining wider political attention and gathering more momentum?

— Muhammed IshaqQuestioning the timing of the allegations of internal crisis.

From the PRP's standpoint, these alleged machinations are expected as the party gains momentum. Ishaq's statement, asserting that the party will not be intimidated by "intimidation, media distortion, or propaganda," reflects a historical resilience forged through decades of political struggle. The PRP emphasizes that its resolve is firm and that its 'forward march' cannot be halted. This narrative positions the PRP as a party committed to its core ideals, ready to face manufactured aggressions while continuing its pursuit of political relevance and national change, a perspective deeply rooted in its historical commitment to progressive politics in Nigeria.

It is clear that these distractions are attempts by certain interests to undermine our progress, but we remain undeterred.

— Muhammed IshaqCharacterizing the reports as deliberate attempts to hinder the party's growth.
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