TBN Global Leadership, supporters of the presidential candidate of the Labour Party have raised the alarm over an alleged attempt by a government agency to frustrate the funding initiative for the Obi-Datti campaign by blocking its account.
According to the group, Keystone Bank where its account is domiciled had told them that the account has been blocked following an order by the government.
The group made this public on Wednesday in a statement signed by its Spokesperson, Danjuma Garba Musa.
The statement said, “We see this development as an act of political persecution, suppression and intimidation form the powers that be to stop this youth driven grassroots movement from carrying out activities protected by the constitution.
“TBN is a socio-political movement and a non-governmental organization made up of well meaning patriotic Nigerians, actively engaged in promoting good governance and democratic ideals in Nigeria.
“It is our core value to support competent and credible candidates during elections leveraging the energy of youths who will determine electoral outcomes at all levels irrespective of political party.
“Against the 2023 General Elections, TBN Global Leadership has endorsed Mr. Peter Obi and his running mate , Dr. Yusuf Datti Baba-Ahmed of the Labour Party as the most credible and competent candidates .
“TBN has Publicity solicited and equally received donations for the sole purpose of funding grassroots activities to support the ObiDatti Presidential campaign activities,” the statement added.
The group warned that “We categorically state that blocking our account or any manner of repression will in no way stop us from supporting the ObiDatti 2023 mandate.”
It appealed to relevant authorities to reconsider the sanction while appealing to donors to be patient as efforts were on to ensure the account is unblocked.
[11/3, 06:40] Ali Adoyi Abah: Three killed as security operatives, gunmen clash in Anambra
Three fierce-looking gunmen have been killed by security operatives during a duel on Wednesday in Anambra State.
The incident happened at Umunze, Orumba South local government area of the state.
The gunmen had their bodies, including legs, necks, waists and hands laced with different charms.
The Nation reports that the gunmen were part of the group killing innocent citizens around the Orumba area.
Anambra Police spokesman, Ikenga Tochukwu could not be reached as his phone was switched off.
But one of the senior police officers in the Command confirmed the incident.
According to the officer, a combined team of police and military carried out the operation which took place in the evening.
