InterSociety Targets Six Governors Over Political Intolerance

The International Society for Civil Liberties and Rule of Law (InterSociety) has announced plans to mobilize international networks to impose travel restrictions on six Nigerian governors due to alleged political intolerance and efforts to limit opposition activities in the lead-up to the 2027 general election. The governors named are Hyacinth Alia of Benue, Charles Soludo of Anambra, Monday Okpebholo of Edo, Peter Mbah of Enugu, Hope Uzodimma of Imo, and Francis Nwifuru of Ebonyi.

InterSociety, led by chairman Emeka Umeagbalasi, accused these governors of contributing to the shrinking civic and political space in Nigeria, claiming that opposition parties, particularly the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) and its presidential candidate Peter Obi, have faced intimidation and attacks. The organization has begun compiling evidence of these alleged actions for submission to European and American diplomatic missions.

InterSociety demands unrestricted access to campaign venues for all political parties, citing constitutional rights to political participation. They warned of escalating their campaign internationally if the situation does not improve.