US Told What to Do in Tanzania, Cameroon, and Ivory Coast after Controversial Elections
- Timi Frank has condemned recent elections in Tanzania, Cameroon, and Ivory Coast, describing them as fraudulent and unworthy of democratic credibility
- The activist urges the UN, US, and EU to impose sanctions and hold African leaders accountable for manipulating electoral outcomes
- Frank warns that continued electoral fraud could spark widespread unrest and more military coups across the continent
Political activist and former deputy national publicity secretary of the All Progressives Congress, Comrade Timi Frank, has criticised the recently concluded elections in Tanzania, Cameroon, and Ivory Coast.
He described them as fraudulent and undemocratic, saying the electoral exercises were nothing more than “sham selections” marked by intimidation, manipulation, and political violence.
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Frank expressed disappointment that several African leaders still cling to power through rigged elections, denying their citizens the right to freely choose their leaders.
He described the situation as a setback to democracy and a betrayal of the sacrifices of Africa’s founding fathers who fought for freedom and justice.
Calls for sanctions and global intervention
The activist urged the international community, including the United Nations, the United States, and the European Union, to reject the results of what he called “fraudulent elections.”
He warned that continued silence could worsen political instability and provoke civil unrest across the continent.
“If nothing is done, this systematic rigging may soon lead to widespread civil unrest and more coups across the continent,” he said.
Frank also called on the International Criminal Court to investigate electoral violence and the loss of lives recorded during the polls in the three countries.
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He further demanded targeted sanctions on leaders of Tanzania, Cameroon, and Ivory Coast, as well as their associates, whom he accused of destroying democratic institutions for personal gain.
According to him, holding them accountable would serve as a deterrent to others plotting similar electoral abuses.
Africa’s democratic vision under threat
Frank lamented that greed and corruption among African leaders have replaced the ideals of unity, progress, and collective development envisioned by figures such as Kwame Nkrumah, Julius Nyerere, Nelson Mandela, Thomas Sankara, Patrice Lumumba, Modibo Keita, and Haile Selassie.
He said the continent’s dream of a united Africa with shared values has been undermined by selfish political elites.
“The Africa we see today is not the one our heroes fought for. The dream of unity, one currency, and one passport has been replaced by selfishness and deceit,” he stated.
He also praised young Africans who continue to challenge electoral injustice, urging them to defend democracy through peaceful resistance. Frank drew attention to protests in Tanzania, saying the global community must act before the crisis deepens.
Turning to Nigeria, he cautioned the Independent National Electoral Commission and security agencies to ensure that the 2027 elections are transparent and credible. He warned that any attempt to manipulate the polls would face strong resistance from Nigerians.
Tinubu warned against acting like military dictator
Earlier, Legit.ng reported that Timi Frank condemned the arrest and detention of human rights activist, Omoyele Sowore of Sahara Reporters, describing the action as unlawful and undemocratic.
Frank, in a statement from Abuja on October 24, said the development represents 'a grave violation of constitutional freedoms' and 'a worrying signal of Nigeria’s descent into authoritarianism'.
He expressed dismay that in 2025, Nigerians were being harassed for calling for accountability andurged the federal government to release Sowore and all other protesters currently in custody.
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