The National Association of Seadogs (NAS), better known as
the Pyrates Confraternity, says it does not have a preferred candidate.
The association said this following a viral video where its
members purportedly mocked Bola Tinubu, presidential candidate of the All
Progressives Congress (APC), over his alleged ill-health.
Also, a social media post suggested that Peter Obi,
presidential candidate of the Labour Party (LP), is a member of the group — but
this has been debunked by his aide.
In a statement on Tuesday, Abiola Owoaje, on behalf of the
confraternity, said his organisation does not mock people.
“It is an unfair
characterisation and offends everything that we stand for. Indeed, this would
cause offence to even our own members that are also, unfortunately, afflicted
that this would never be condoned,” Owoaje said.
“We must stress that we are apolitical. As an organisation,
we have never had a preferred candidate in any political elections including
the upcoming 2023 general elections. We have members who belong to different
political parties and are absolutely free to support any candidate of their
choice.
“It is most unfortunate that political capital is being made
of this with interpretations that are totally at variance with the philosophy
of the Pyrates Confraternity. Unequivocally, we condemn this in very strong
terms.
“We understand that
political merchants desperately seeking media mileage are all over the place
misinforming and twisting events to suit their political agenda. However, we
wish to re-emphasise that the National Association of Seadogs (Pyrates
Confraternity) is not supporting or backing any candidate for the office of the
President or any other office in the 2023 general elections and beyond.
“We are determined to continue to use our social programmes,
intellectual platforms and our compelling songs to advocate for good governance
and accountability!”
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