Former Labour Party presidential candidate Peter Obi has raised fresh concerns over Nigeria’s worsening security crisis, accusing political leaders of paying more attention to the 2027 elections than the safety of citizens.
In a statement shared on his social media page, Obi expressed sadness over the continued abduction of schoolchildren and teachers in parts of the country, noting that many victims remain in captivity weeks after they were kidnapped.
The former Anambra State governor questioned why political discussions and election calculations appear to dominate public discourse while families continue to wait anxiously for the return of their loved ones.
According to Obi, the growing wave of attacks, kidnappings, and killings across several states should be a top national priority.
He pointed to recent incidents in Borno, Oyo, Plateau, Kogi, and Anambra States, where schoolchildren, teachers, security personnel, and ordinary citizens have either been abducted, injured, or killed by armed groups.
Among the incidents highlighted were the kidnapping of dozens of students and teachers in Oyo State, the abduction of schoolchildren in Borno State, deadly attacks in Plateau and Kogi communities, and the killing of two police officers in Anambra State.
Obi lamented that despite the severity of these incidents, political actors seem increasingly focused on building alliances and preparing for future elections instead of addressing the immediate security challenges facing Nigerians.
He described the continued attacks on schools and communities as alarming, stressing that such levels of violence should not be normal in a country that is not officially at war.
The former presidential candidate called for urgent and decisive measures to improve security, protect vulnerable communities, and ensure the safe return of those still being held by kidnappers and insurgents.
According to him, safeguarding lives and restoring public confidence should take precedence over political ambitions and election strategies.
His comments have sparked conversations online, with many Nigerians debating whether the country’s leaders are doing enough to tackle insecurity while political activities ahead of 2027 continue to gain momentum.
Source: Peter Obi via social media
