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[Peter Obi @PeterObi]

Insecurity: Nigeria Cannot Continue Like This

I received with deep shock and sadness the tragic death of retired Major General Rabe Abubakar, who reportedly died while in the custody of kidnappers. Earlier, before this heartbreaking news, I also received disturbing reports of renewed bandit attacks in Sokoto and Kwara States.

The armed bandits reportedly blocked a market route in Sokoto and abducted traders, while terrorists invaded communities in Kwara State, kidnapping scores of citizens and killing innocent people, are heartbreaking and alarming. These incidents are not isolated tragedies; they are clear manifestations of the deepening security crisis confronting our nation.

But particularly painful is the reported death of Major General Rabe Abubakar, a distinguished military officer who dedicated a significant part of his life to defending Nigeria and protecting its citizens. It is tragic that a man who served his fatherland with honour, rose through the ranks of the Nigerian Armed Forces, and retired after years of meritorious service, would meet such a heartbreaking end at the hands of criminal elements. His death is a national tragedy and a sobering indictment of the insecurity that has engulfed our country.

When traders can no longer travel safely to markets, farmers cannot access their farms, communities live under constant fear, and even retired senior military officers are not spared from the menace of kidnapping and violent crime, it becomes evident that our nation is facing a grave security emergency.

Security remains the foremost responsibility of any government. Every life lost, every citizen abducted, and every community displaced represent a painful failure of our collective duty to protect the Nigerian people. The recurring attacks in Sokoto, Kwara, and many other parts of the country demonstrate that insecurity is not only persisting but spreading in both scope and intensity.

I once again urge the Federal Government and our security agencies to move beyond rhetoric and adopt a more proactive, intelligence-driven, technology-based, and coordinated approach to tackling insecurity. We must strengthen our security architecture, improve intelligence gathering, secure our borders, equip and motivate our security personnel, and ensure that those responsible for these heinous crimes are apprehended and brought to justice.

A nation where citizens live in fear cannot prosper. A nation where economic activities are disrupted daily by criminal elements cannot attract investment, create jobs, or guarantee a better future for its people. We must urgently reclaim every part of our country from terrorists, bandits, kidnappers, and all criminal gangs threatening our collective existence.

My heartfelt condolences go to the family of Major General Rabe Abubakar, his former colleagues in the Armed Forces, and all Nigerians who have lost loved ones to insecurity. I also sympathise with the families of those killed, those abducted, and the affected communities in Sokoto, Kwara, and across the nation.

The recurring tragedies and embarrassing security failures we continue to witness make the quest for a New Nigeria not only necessary but inevitable. We must build a nation where every citizen can live, work, travel, and pursue legitimate economic activities without fear.

A New Nigeria is POssible. -PO

[Peter Obi @PeterObi]

The abduction of the Chibok girls in 2014 triggered a global movement. One school abduction was enough to unite Nigerians, attract international attention, and place enormous pressure on the government through the #BringBackOurGirls campaign.

Yet, what has happened since then should trouble every Nigerian.

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.

Despite these repeated tragedies, there has been neither sustained national outrage nor significant international attention comparable to what followed Chibok.

This raises an important question: have we become so accustomed to insecurity that what once shocked our national conscience is now treated as normal?

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.

It is, therefore, no surprise that some observers have labelled us a "Now Disgraced Nation". While we do not agree with any attempt to define our great country by its present difficulties, we must acknowledge that persistent insecurity, economic hardship, and leadership failure have damaged our reputation and standing among nations.

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. -PO

[🎬N @Nino12x]

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[KWEKU THE HUSTLER @Urchilla01]

Rochas Okorocha was once the darling of the southeast.

He was a big philanthropist, funding free education ventures all over Nigeria, using his position with the Red Cross to solve a lot of problems

Then he decided to contest for the position of governor of Imo state

Everyone in the southeast was so happy about this, especially as he was contesting on the platform of APGA. Finally, he would have the power to translate his philanthropy into real, sustainable policies.

He was so so loved. In 2011, Imo state burnt Ohakim to get him into power.

Just like everyone prayed, he started his tenure like a man on fire. Projects were springing up everywhere. Roads were opening up through literal forests. Hospitals were springing up. School projects were kicking off.

What happened next? In 2013, he decided to join the APC. That's where everything started to fall apart.

You see, with ndị Igbo, we can see from a mile away when you've already made the wrong move, and we can see from a distance just how it would play out. He was warned, but he wouldn't listen.

Well, he won his reelection on the platform of the APC in 2015, and that's where the issues began. Rochas Okorocha, the governor, became a stark contrast of Rochas Okorocha, the widely loved philanthropist.

Who led his chant for his head? Ndị Igbo. Who turned their backs on him when the APC that we warned him about finally burned him? Ndị Igbo.

You see, in Igbo language, we have many idioms. Some of them are:

- Ọkụkọ ntị ike ya-a nụ ịfe n'ite ofe (the stubborn fowl will finally heed advise in a pot of soup)

- A na-a gwalior nwata nee efi nee efi, ọ sị na ọrọ efi, nọ nzọ ụkwụ efi (when you try to alert a child to a rapidly approaching herd of cows, the child will disagree and say it just sounds like footsteps of cows)

- Asọkalịa eze anya, ekpulu nkata n'ihu gwa ya okwu (when everyone is scared to look the king in the face and tell him the truth, some day, someone will wear a basket on their head and do it)

- Alụsị kpakalịa ike, e gosi ya osisi e si wee pịa ya (when a deity does too much, the people it is supposed to serve will show it the tree from which it was carved)

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[Veee @vikktorrrre]

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[Mob President Christian @Chrisblin]

This ‘new’ Oshodi was built by Ambode in less than 4yrs, Tinubu got angry cus he felt that lagosians doesn’t deserve that rate of development and that Ambode is becoming too popular so he made sure Ambode didn’t do 2nd term

This left many projects started by Ambode incompleted till today, Tinubu is a demon and he hates the people he is ruling, taking fuel from 185 to 1,400 is an example.

[Omega X D 𝕏🤴🏽 @OmegaXDreams]

Dear Nigerians, Stay focus on the real issue

The INEC Chairman is an APC member.

He has to resign immediately!!!

[Uneke Ijeoma @IjeomaUneke]

Tinubu is the reason why you are not getting customers.

He has successfully reduced the purchasing power.

Tinubu must go!🫵🏽

[khaleesi🧍🏽‍♀️ @shelovesore]

That phase when you slowly start h@ting your president

[Angry Citizen @AngriCitizen]

As a country, Nigeria is what we call the Badlands, everything goes without consequences. How is this not a reason to revolt against the government. You meet an average Nigeria and tell him/her about this and they'll say "It's their turn let them do what they like" 🤦🏾‍♂️

[Jabeer AESM @j__baare]

I’m a Senator, and here’s the truth: None of the 2023, 2024, or 2025 budgets were implemented. Where’s the money? They looted it and pocketed it.

Senator @AWTambuwal

[AMB. SERAH IBRAHIM @TheSerahIbrahim]

It’s like Nigerians do not know what this means. The whole nation should be aggrieved right now.
A Senator has just confirmed to you that since Tinubu came to power, he has not implemented any budget.

For context ₦21.8 TRILLION in 2023, ₦28.8 TRILLION in 2024, and ₦49.7 TRILLION in 2025 is MISSING.
This is your blood and sweat Nigerians.

Where is the money?

[Revolutionary Youth! @torty_mercy]

I will remind you of the evils of Tinubu and APC and why they should be sent far away from power.

[Felix The GenZ HR is HIRING @bsong_HR]

I don't know who needs to hear this, but most of us may not be able to survive another Tinubu tenure.

That man is clearly clueless, and we can't afford to have Tinubu as our president anymore.

Please do not vote for Tinubu.
Vote Tinubu out!

[Abdul-Aziz Na'ibi Abubakar @jrnaib2]

Lend your voice, Prof. Amupitan must resign!

[Omega X D 𝕏🤴🏽 @OmegaXDreams]

Dear Nigerians wake Up!!!

INEC Chairman is an APC member.

He has to resign immediately!

[Peter Obi @PeterObi]

Now a Disgraced Country Indeed

Today, as the world marks World Health Day, we must pause for honest reflection.

Nigeria, a nation of over 200 million people, continues to grapple with one of the weakest healthcare systems in the world. Our primary healthcare structure is almost comatose. We now record worse infant mortality outcomes than India, a country with a larger population, while health insurance coverage in Nigeria remains below 5%. These are not just statistics; they are a painful indictment of our priorities.

Recent disclosures by the Honourable Minister of Health show that out of the ₦218 billion appropriated for healthcare capital expenditure, only about ₦36 million has been released. This is deeply troubling.

At the same time, the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has projected over ₦135 billion for legal expenditures.

Let us reflect on this.

The amount earmarked for election-related litigation is far higher than what has been made available for primary healthcare, the very foundation of a nation’s wellbeing. This is the same primary healthcare system expected to serve millions of Nigerians and support critical institutions such as:

1. University of Benin Teaching Hospital, Benin City

2. University of Calabar Teaching Hospital, Calabar

3. University of Abuja Teaching Hospital, Gwagwalada

4. University College Hospital, Ibadan

5. Obafemi Awolowo University Teaching Hospital, Ile-Ife

6. University of Ilorin Teaching Hospital, Ilorin

7. Irrua Specialist Teaching Hospital, Irrua

8. University of Nigeria Teaching Hospital, Ituku-Ozalla, Enugu

9. Jos University Teaching Hospital, Jos

10. Aminu Kano University Teaching Hospital, Kano

11. Lagos University Teaching Hospital, Lagos

12. University of Maiduguri Teaching Hospital, Maiduguri

13. Nnamdi Azikiwe Teaching Hospital, Nnewi

14. University of Port Harcourt Teaching Hospital, Port Harcourt

15. Usmanu Danfodiyo University Teaching Hospital, Sokoto

16. University of Uyo Teaching Hospital, Uyo

17. Ahmadu Bello University Teaching Hospital, Zaria

18. Federal Teaching Hospital, Abakaliki

19. Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University Teaching Hospital, Bauchi

20. Federal Medical Centre, Yola

These institutions represent hope for millions. Yet, they remain underfunded, overstretched, and burdened by systemic neglect.

A nation that prepares more for electoral disputes than for the health of its citizens is a nation that has lost its way.

We must begin to ask the difficult but necessary questions: What are our true priorities? What kind of nation are we building? And for whom?

Healthcare and education are not optional; they are the foundation of national development. Any country that neglects them undermines its own future.

Nigeria must urgently reorder its priorities. We must invest in the health and wellbeing of our people, strengthen our institutions, and build a system that works for all, not just a few.

A new Nigeria is POssible. -PO