The ruling party’s spokesman says it is not his place to judge whether the senator’s controversial statement crossed a legal line — that power belongs to law enforcement.
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The National Publicity Secretary of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Felix Morka, has waded into the growing controversy surrounding the explosive “kill them” comment allegedly made by Senator Francis Fadahunsi, representing Osun East Senatorial District — and his position is clear: it is not for politicians to decide, but for the Nigeria Police Force.
Morka, speaking on the matter, maintained that whether or not the senator’s statement amounts to a criminal offence is squarely within the jurisdiction of law enforcement agencies — particularly the police — to investigate and determine.
What Did Senator Fadahunsi Say?
Senator Fadahunsi, a member of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) representing Osun East, reportedly made a statement that has since sparked outrage across political circles and among everyday Nigerians. The alleged “kill them” remark has been widely condemned as reckless and irresponsible, especially coming from someone in a position of authority and public trust.
In a country where political tensions can easily spill into the streets, many Nigerians have questioned how a sitting senator could make such an inflammatory statement without immediate consequences.
Morka’s Take: “That’s a Job for the Police”
Rather than calling for Fadahunsi’s immediate prosecution or demanding his resignation, the APC’s chief spokesman took a more measured — some might say cautious — approach. Morka stressed that it is the responsibility of the Nigerian Police Force to evaluate the statement, determine whether it violates any law, and take appropriate action.
In other words, don’t look to the APC to prosecute this matter in the court of public opinion — that battle belongs in a proper courtroom, or at the very least, a police station.
Nigerians Are Watching
This development comes at a time when many Nigerians are increasingly frustrated with what they perceive as a culture of impunity among elected officials. From the streets of Lagos to the markets of Kano, ordinary citizens are asking hard questions: Should a senator face consequences for making dangerous statements? Or will this be another case of “nothing go happen”?
The ball, as Morka rightly points out, is now in the court of the Nigeria Police Force. Whether they will act swiftly or allow the matter to quietly die down — as many similar controversies have in the past — remains to be seen.
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One thing is certain: Nigerians are watching, and in the age of social media, no public official can afford to sweep inflammatory remarks under the carpet for long.
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