Coup allegation against military can cause tension –Group

The Unity Advocacy Group has expressed concern over the speculations that the military was planning to disrupt the elections and plot a coup d’etat, had the capacity to cause more tension in an already politically charged atmosphere.

Although the military had denied the allegation and pledged its commitment to the democratic system of government in place in the country, the group believed that the claim could set the nation on fire if allowed to slide.

In a statement on Saturday by the group’s convener, Ifeanyi Aigbedion, the group warned politicians against making unsavory comments, adding that they should allow ”the will of God prevail in the ongoing political process.”

The statement read, “We as a group are deeply concerned about the underground plots by some disgruntled elements to derail our march to a stable democracy.

“We are concerned the more, of attempts to draw the Armed forces of Nigeria into the political arena. This is capable of setting the nation on fire.

“UAG is not here to defend anyone, or any of the political parties, but to advise politicians to allow the will of God prevail in the ongoing political process. They must learn how to give and take.

“From our observation, the military, already engaged in various operations aimed at restoration of peace, will continue to support the growth of our nascent democracy. Drawing them into the political arena is a disservice and must stop.”

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