The Catholic Bishop of Nsukka Diocese, Most Rev. Godfrey Onah, has raised significant concerns regarding Nigeria's political landscape, warning that the nation is on a troubling path towards becoming a one-party state. Speaking at a public event in Enugu, Bishop Onah highlighted the alarming trend of political defections and the diminishing strength of opposition parties, which he claims are increasingly merging into the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC).

Bishop Onah emphasized that the current political environment lacks ideological diversity among parties, stating, "Gradually, all the parties, all the other parties, are collapsing into one party. We don't have political parties based on ideologies. We have platforms for getting into power, remaining in power and having access to public funds." This observation reflects a growing concern among political analysts about the erosion of genuine political competition in Nigeria.

The bishop further criticized the implications of this trend, asserting that it has resulted in the collapse of essential checks and balances within the government. He stated, "The worst problem is that there are no longer three arms of government. There is now only one arm of government – the executive. The executive has sucked up both the judiciary and the legislature." This statement underscores fears that the concentration of power in the executive branch could undermine the democratic framework intended to ensure accountability and governance.

Bishop Onah also challenged federal lawmakers to take action against what he described as excessive borrowing, citing over N40 trillion already allocated to finance the national deficit. He called for transparency and responsibility in fiscal management, urging politicians to prioritize the welfare of the citizens over personal gains.

In a vivid metaphor, he compared Nigerian politicians to "fluid and gas moving between tanks without a return valve," indicating a lack of commitment to any particular party or ideology. He lamented that politicians frequently shift allegiances from the People's Democratic Party (PDP) to the APC and the African Democratic Congress (ADC), leaving voters disillusioned as they queue for elections.

Bishop Onah's remarks resonate with a growing sentiment among many Nigerians who fear that if current trends continue, the country's democratic processes may devolve into mere ceremonial exercises devoid of real meaning. This situation calls for urgent attention from both political leaders and the electorate to safeguard the democratic principles that underpin the nation's governance.