Peter Adejoh, a governorship aspirant under the African Democratic Congress (ADC) in Benue State, has raised concerns over the potential emergence of a one-party system in Nigeria. During an interview after securing his nomination form for the 2027 gubernatorial race, he emphasized that no nation benefits from a political landscape dominated by a single party.
He urged the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to uphold its independence and impartiality. According to Adejoh, democracy cannot survive unless opposition parties operate without fear of suppression or harassment.
The aspirant also appealed to the judiciary to deliver unbiased rulings on electoral disputes. He described the movement to “rescue Benue” as already in motion, promising that his administration would prioritize openness, responsibility, and economic revitalization if elected.
Adejoh pledged to lead an administration that serves every ethnic group in the state equally. He stated, “My focus will be on Benue State as a whole, not just any particular ethnic community. Resources will be distributed fairly across all three senatorial districts.”
Additionally, he vowed to enhance local government autonomy, tackle security challenges, and develop a robust economy to boost internally generated revenue. He criticized the persistent salary delays at the local government level, assuring that workers would not face such issues under his watch.
Adejoh attributed widespread insecurity, poverty, and underdevelopment to the weakened state of local government councils. He pointed out that Benue’s vast agricultural and mineral wealth could drive economic transformation if properly utilized.