Pat Utomi Urges Restoration of Democracy to Save Nigeria

At the 22nd Conference of the Nigeria Guild of Editors in Enugu, former presidential candidate Prof. Pat Utomi expressed grave concerns about Nigeria's future, stating that the nation could face collapse if critical institutions, credible elections, and constitutional democracy are not restored. He highlighted that without the legitimacy of elections, public interest would wane, leading to systemic apathy.

Utomi criticized the current electoral process, asserting that it fails to legitimize leadership and results in wasted resources. He drew parallels between Nigeria and Somalia, warning that without significant changes, Nigeria could descend into chaos.

He emphasized the need for a collective effort to salvage the country, underscoring the vital role of journalists and editors in this process. Utomi's remarks serve as a call to action for restoring the value of electoral processes and institutions to prevent potential national disintegration.