“We must end insecurity in our nation before it ends us.” – Peter Obi 

Former presidential candidate and Labour Party leader, Peter Obi, has expressed deep concern over the persistent wave of insecurity plaguing the nation. In a heartfelt statement, Obi described the current state of insecurity as “saddening and heartbreaking,” emphasizing the toll it is taking on the people and economy.

Obi lamented that Nigerians are enduring harrowing hardships, yet are unable to find solace even in their homes, as fear and uncertainty dominate their lives. “The wave of insecurity has continued to sweep through every part of the country with no end in sight,” he said, adding that critical infrastructure and businesses are increasingly targeted by what he termed “merchants of t@rror who have no regard for human lives.”

Highlighting recent incidents, Obi recounted the k@lling of about 30 individuals in separate att@cks on communities in Benue State, a tragedy that has sent shockwaves across the country. He also condemned the att@ck on the motorcycle showroom of Innoson Vehicle Manufacturing in Nnewi, Anambra State, where three staff members were kidn@pped.

“One very pertinent question that has continued to bother every well-meaning Nigerian is: Where are we headed as a nation with this level of insecurity?” Obi asked.

The former Anambra State governor warned that the insecurity crisis poses a severe threat to Nigeria’s already struggling economy. He pointed out that while foreign investors are exiting the country, local businesses face tremendous challenges, including the risk of att@cks. Obi described the att@ck on the Innoson facility as a “discouraging blow to our few resilient local investors who continue to strive against the odds.”

In his statement, Obi extended his condolences to the victims of the Benue att@cks and sympathized with Chief Innoson Chukwuma, the founder of Innoson Vehicle Manufacturing. He urged security agencies to prioritize the rescue of the kidn@pped workers and ensure justice for the victims.

Obi called on the government and relevant stakeholders to take decisive action to end the insecurity that is crippling Nigeria. “We must not continue to allow this mindless waste of human lives and att@ck on our businesses and critical infrastructure across the country. We must end this monster of insecurity before we are all consumed,” he warned. He concluded with a heartfelt plea: “Again, we must end insecurity in our nation before it ends us.”