Nigeria on the brink: COPDEM People’s Parliament (CPP) confronts national crisis

DDM News

As Nigeria braces for a pivotal period ahead of the 2027 general elections, the COPDEM People’s Parliament (CPP) is set to host a critical live broadcast aimed at dissecting some of the nation’s most pressing socio-political concerns.

The event is scheduled for Monday, May 12, 2025, at 7:00 PM Nigeria time.

It will air live via the Diaspora Digital Media (DDM) Television channel.

This highly anticipated forum will provide a platform for civic engagement, advocacy, and public discourse on governance, security, and democratic reforms.

Diaspora Digital Media (DDM), a prominent media platform focused on the interests of Africans and Nigerians in the diaspora, continues to amplify grassroots voices through such strategic collaborations.

It also supports initiatives that promote human rights, transparency, and democratic integrity.

The first major topic on the agenda is the urgent need for electoral reforms in Nigeria.

COPDEM CPP, led by Mr. Akor Christian Oche, Convener of the Due Process Integrity Vanguard and host of the People’s Parliament, is at the forefront of this advocacy.

The group believes that transparent and credible electoral processes are foundational to restoring public confidence in governance.

They argue that true democracy cannot thrive without an electoral system that is free, fair, and resistant to manipulation.

Another major issue for discussion is the proposed ADC-led coalition ahead of the 2027 general elections.

The African Democratic Congress (ADC) is emerging as a key political force aiming to unite other progressive parties and civil society groups.

The idea is to provide a credible and visionary alternative to the two dominant political parties that have led the country since 1999.

The COPDEM People’s Parliament intends to explore the roadmap, strategies, and potential impact of such a coalition on Nigeria’s political future.

A critical humanitarian crisis will also be addressed during the broadcast.

Reports indicate that over 350 Nigerians have been killed in what some observers are now calling a genocide in Benue and Plateau States.

Communities continue to face attacks from unidentified armed groups, leading to mass displacement and destruction of property.

In Zamfara State, mass abduction of school children has again raised national alarm.

Security analysts are concerned about the frequency and sophistication of these criminal operations.

In Imo State, more than 30 people were reportedly killed in recent violence suspected to be politically motivated.

These incidents reflect a broader pattern of insecurity plaguing many parts of the country.

Another shocking revelation is the emergence of a terror group called Mamuda operating in Kwara State.

This previously unknown group is believed to be responsible for multiple attacks and destabilization in local communities.

In response, the government of Benin Republic has shut down its border with Nigeria.

Benin’s authorities reportedly took the decision due to fears that the rising instability could spill into their territory.

This unprecedented move underscores growing regional concerns about Nigeria’s internal security situation.

The COPDEM People’s Parliament aims to dissect these developments and propose community-driven solutions.

The program will feature speakers from civil society, media, political circles, and community leaders.

They will offer analysis, insights, and policy recommendations.

Nigerians from all walks of life are encouraged to join the conversation.

The event will take place via Zoom and is open to the general public.

Interested participants can join using the following details:

Zoom Link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89339003224?pwd=EwSa9X3P9xeDNebRQwDcRoPp8CyTBG.1

Meeting ID: 893 3900 3224

Passcode: 426132

For more information, visit www.copdem.org.

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