Peter Obi Lists Killings, Says Nigeria’s Leadership Has Collapsed

Labour Party’s 2023 presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has condemned the surge in violent attacks and mass abductions recorded across Nigeria within the past 10 days, warning that the scale of insecurity shows that the nation’s leadership has “completely collapsed.”

In a statement on Monday, Obi said the country has experienced an unprecedented chain of tragedies, ranging from killings of security personnel to large-scale kidnappings in multiple states, reflecting a dangerous breakdown of governance and national protection systems.

“The past 10 days in Nigeria have witnessed unprecedented negative news — chaos, insecurity, and institutional decay that should trouble the conscience of every leader,” Obi said.
“Our country is going through troubling times, not by fate, but by our collective leadership failures.”

Obi listed several major incidents that occurred in quick succession, including the killing of a Brigadier General, the abduction of 64 civilians in Zamfara, the kidnapping of 25 schoolgirls in Kebbi, the attack on worshippers in Kwara State, and the abduction of over 300 schoolchildren and teachers in Niger State.

He also condemned the latest attack in Borno State, where suspected Boko Haram/ISWAP terrorists abducted 13 female farmers in Askira-Uba Local Government Area. Police confirmed that at least 12 women were taken while returning from their farmlands on Saturday evening.

According to Obi, the frequency of these attacks shows that those in power have abandoned their responsibilities while ordinary citizens are left vulnerable.

“Each day confronts us with a new tragedy, a new reminder that our beloved country is drifting,” he said.
“Nigeria is bleeding because those elected to protect the nation have chosen comfort over courage, politics over people, and power over purpose.”

The former governor stressed that no serious nation can survive under such conditions of indifference and institutional decay. He called on political leaders to prioritize competence, compassion, and accountability in responding to the growing security crisis.

“Governance is not a title — it is a duty to protect every child, every community, and every citizen. We need leaders who show up when it matters,” Obi added.

He expressed solidarity with Nigerians affected by the recent incidents, assuring them that the country can still recover with the right leadership.

“To every Nigerian shaken by the events of the past 10 days, my heart is with you. You deserve safety and peace. Nigeria must rise again.”