“Nigeria’s Security Crisis Worse Than Ever? Peter Obi Makes Startling Claim About Tinubu’s Years in Office”

The 2027 presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), Peter Obi, has raised fresh concerns over the worsening security situation in Nigeria, claiming that more school abductions have occurred during President Bola Tinubu’s three years in office than were recorded throughout former President Muhammadu Buhari’s eight-year administration.
In a statement posted on his X account on Friday, the former Anambra State governor described the trend as alarming and called for urgent action to tackle insecurity across the country.
Obi recalled how the 2014 abduction of the Chibok schoolgirls sparked nationwide outrage and drew global attention through the #BringBackOurGirls campaign, stressing that a single incident was enough to unite Nigerians and put pressure on the government at the time.
According to him, the situation has become even more disturbing in recent years.
“Under President Buhari’s eight years in office, Nigeria witnessed about ten school abductions. Under President Tinubu’s administration, in just three years, we have already recorded over ten school abductions,” Obi stated.
He lamented that despite the recurring incidents, there has been no sustained national outrage or international attention comparable to what followed the Chibok tragedy.
The former governor questioned whether Nigerians have become desensitised to insecurity, warning that what once shocked the nation is now being treated as routine.
Obi also criticised political leaders for focusing on preparations for the 2027 elections while millions of Nigerians continue to struggle with insecurity, poverty and economic hardship.
“At a time when millions of Nigerians are grappling with insecurity, poverty and hardship, it is deeply troubling that those in power appear more focused on political calculations and preparations for the next election than on addressing the urgent challenges confronting our people,” he said.
He added that Nigeria’s persistent security and economic challenges have damaged the country’s image internationally and contributed to growing concerns about leadership failure.
Calling on young Nigerians to become more active in shaping the nation’s future, Obi urged them not to accept poor governance as normal.
“The answer is not denial, propaganda or political distraction. The answer is leadership that is competent, compassionate, accountable and genuinely committed to the welfare and security of the Nigerian people.
“The Nigerian youth must not become indifferent. We must all refuse to normalise failure.
“Young Nigerians, take back your country. A New Nigeria is Possible,” he declared.