Former Labour Party presidential candidate Peter Obi has decried the worsening security situation in the country, insisting that Nigerians deserve to live in peace and not under the threat of violence.
Peter Obi made the remarks in response to reports that terrorists are forcing residents to abandon their ancestral homes in parts of the country.
In a post shared on his verified X account on Sunday, March 22, he described the situation as a troubling sign of systemic failure.
“What we are witnessing in Borgaja and other communities in Sokoto State, and indeed across our country, is tragic. It reflects a complete breakdown of governance and humanity.
“Reports that terrorists can issue orders for citizens to flee their ancestral homes without consequence are both heartbreaking and unacceptable. It means that in parts of our country today, non-state actors have assumed the authority of the state—deciding who lives where and under what conditions.
“This is not how a nation should function. How did we get to a point where Nigerians are taking instructions from terrorists instead of their government? I have consistently maintained that no nation can progress when its people live in fear.
“This is no longer just a security issue; it is a national emergency. The primary responsibility of any government is the protection of lives and property. Nigerians deserve to live in peace, not at the mercy of terror.”
Peter Obi’s comments add to growing concerns over insecurity in several regions, with increasing reports of communities being displaced and controlled by armed groups.
