Former presidential candidate of the Labour Party, LP, Mr. Peter Obi, has condemned the recent killings in Mafia village, Tarmuwa Local Government Area of Yobe State, describing it as a stark reminder of the gravity of the nation’s security situation.
Obi, in a post on his X handle on Saturday, expressed sadness over the horrific killing of several innocent people, urging the Nigerian government to acknowledge the reality and take bold steps to address the challenge. He stated that the relentless killings, maiming, and displacement of innocent Nigerians are a clear indication that the nation’s current security architecture is failing.
“The heinous act of violence is a stark reminder of the gravity of our security situation and the urgent need for a paradigm shift in our approach to the challenge,” Obi said. “We must acknowledge this reality and take bold steps, as I have always maintained, by declaring war on insecurity before it consumes us completely.”
The former presidential candidate’s call for action comes on the heels of the horrific killing of several people in Yobe State, which has raised concerns about the effectiveness of the country’s security apparatus. Obi’s statement has sparked a renewed debate about the need for a more robust approach to addressing insecurity in Nigeria.
As the country grapples with the challenges of insecurity, Obi’s call for a declaration of war on insecurity has resonated with many Nigerians who are seeking a more decisive action from the government to protect lives and property. With the 2023 general elections behind us, the focus has shifted to the need for a more effective approach to addressing the nation’s security challenges.
