Peter Obi, presidential candidate of the Labour Party (LP) in the 2023 election, says the recent attack in Kubwa, Abuja, shows that insecurity is spreading to every part of Nigeria.
Obi made the remark in a post on X on Monday.
The former Anambra governor said the country is under siege as attacks by terrorists and criminal groups continue across several states.
He warned that the scale of insecurity has become unbearable and accused political leaders of focusing more on elections than on protecting citizens.
‘Nigeria Clearly Under Siege’
Obi cited several recent incidents across the country to support his claim.
He said terrorists attacked Ngoshe community in Borno state, overpowering soldiers, killing several citizens, and abducting more than 100 women and children.
According to him, the country often observes the sacrifice of soldiers in silence.
“I look forward to the day when our fallen soldiers are given the dignified burials they deserve, with their bodies received and honoured by the nation’s leaders and political authorities,” he said.
Obi also highlighted security concerns in Nasarawa, Kogi, and Benue states.
He said residents in the areas have raised alarm that terrorists now operate freely in farms and forests, forcing villagers to flee.
In Nasarawa’s Kadarko area alone, Obi said authorities have registered 14,318 civilians as internally displaced persons (IDPs).
Attacks Spread Across Several States
The former governor also cited recent kidnappings and attacks in other parts of the country.
He said gunmen abducted travellers along the Kishi–Igbeti road in Oyo state during a night attack, while criminals shot and abducted residents in Ondo state.
Obi added that terrorists have carried out multiple deadly attacks in Kebbi state this month, killing security officers and civilians.
He said the wave of violence has now reached the federal capital territory.
According to him, gunmen abducted about 19 residents, including women and children, during the Kubwa attack earlier in the week.
“This is yet another grim reminder that insecurity is no longer distant but now a norm,” he said.
“These are national tragedies happening simultaneously all over our country, claiming the lives of civilians and security operatives alike.”
‘Government Must Focus on Security’
Obi said the primary responsibility of any government is to protect the lives and property of its citizens.
However, he criticised what he described as silence from the authorities despite the growing security crisis.
He accused the political class of focusing on electoral calculations instead of addressing the worsening insecurity.
“These are not just news items,” Obi said.
“Nigerians deserve commitment and leadership that puts their safety and welfare first.”
He urged the government to prioritise security and restore hope across the country.
