Presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), Peter Obi, has raised concerns over what he described as Nigeria’s growing preference for politics over entrepreneurship, warning that the trend poses a serious threat to the country’s economic future: https://t.co/VRbGBenE3E
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
He’s not a Thief.
He’s not a Drug Pusher.
He did not forge his Age.
He’s not a tax collector.
He does not rig elections.
He’s not a Certificate Forger.
He’s not a fake Chicago State University Graduate.
He does not demolish mosques.
He does not owe workers’ salaries.
He has never been convicted of corruption.
He doesn’t loot public funds.
He’s not a tribal bigot.
He’s not a serial betrayer.
He doesn’t traffic in lies and propaganda.
Who is he?
He’s Peter Gregory Obi!
Peter Obi is coming.
The Future is Here. 🇳🇬
This job wey NDC give Theo go really hard am. 😂
Oshiomole claimed that insecurity under Peter Obi was high in Anambra because of the presence of Bakassi boys.
As the media communicator of the NDC, Theo was expected to debunk the propaganda and sell Peter Obi's track records in security.
Instead, the guy started going round, speaking grammar and beating around the bush with sprinkles of NDC.
As the guy failed to make the defense, Obidients rolled up their sleeves and immediately thrashed the propaganda by themselves.
I'm just finding out now that the Bakassi ended in 2002, under Mbadinuju's tenure. And after Peter Obi's crackdown on criminality, the Nigeria Police declared Anambra the safest state in Nigeria.
Obidients no dey gree ooo
Dear beloved sports-loving Nigerian youths,
After watching the performances of Davido, Burna Boy, and Rema at the opening of the 2026 World Cup—at a time when Nigeria, the giant of Africa, is absent—I felt a measure of consolation. This was reinforced by the fact that many Nigerians playing for clubs worldwide are representing other countries. Felix Nmecha, for instance, set a record by scoring the fastest goal at six minutes for Germany. I write to you therefore, knowing that this country belongs to you, the youth.
You are more of stakeholders in Nigeria’s future than I am. I am 64 years old; by God’s grace, much of my journey is behind me, while yours lies ahead.
It is therefore imperative that you rise to the challenge by obtaining your PVC, your most powerful tool for driving the change you desire.
In the last three years alone, over 15 million Nigerians have turned 18—enough to decide who becomes President, Governor, Senator, Member of the House, or Local Government Chairman. Indeed, enough to shape the nation’s future.
I know many of you are sceptical about politics and political parties. I understand why, but scepticism must not become surrender.
You do not need to belong to any party or wait for anyone to organise you. Organise yourselves in your streets, campuses, communities, workplaces, churches, mosques, and social groups. Mobilise, debate, demand accountability, and take part in choosing those you wish to entrust with leadership.
If you are organised and wish to hear directly from me, invite me. I will come and share my plans for you and our nation.
Do not sit on the sidelines while others decide your future.
I appeal to you to register and vote. Your vote can shape who becomes the next President of our country.
My young friends, this is your country. Take it back.
A New Nigeria is POssible. -PO
Akpakomiza is attacking one man.
Dave Umahi is attacking one man.
Julius Abure is attacking one man.
Bayo Onanuga is attacking one man.
Kenneth Okonkwo is attacking one man.
Adams Oshiomhole is attacking one man.
The entire Establishment is attacking one man.
Wike is promising Rivers votes.
Adeleke is promising Osun votes.
Okpebholo is promising Edo votes.
Soludo is promising Anambra votes.
Akpabio is promising Akwa Ibom votes.
Dave Umahi is promising Ebonyi votes.
Dapo Abiodun is promising Ogun votes.
Sheriff Oborevwori is promising Delta votes.
32 governors are promising Heaven & earth.
They renew the promise every market day. It must be wonderful to walk in his shoes.
Our man is on everyone’s lips. You will think he snatched their wives. Do you know what it takes for one man to put Aso Rock & the entire Establishment under constant pressure?
To the point of forcing grown men to renew their pledges on camera every market day?!
He is not your mate jor. If e easy, try am! 💪💪
A man with such Grace and Splendor a paragon by all standards, those who love him talk about his statuesque, dignity, those who hate him can’t stop talking about him, peace eluded their entire existence, they murmured sleep and can’t sleep no more.
He whom God has blessed, NO MAN can curse.
We didn’t face all manner of adversities and adversaries for 4 years to quit now!
If 4 people tweeting in a room did not give up, millions of people now standing will not give up!
We are rolling up our sleeves and putting on the boots!
The work starts NOW!!!
#NigeriaWillBeOK
There is nobody in this 2027 election that is more qualified to run for President like Peter Obi
There’s a reason why he’s still the most competent in Nigeria today ..
Go and verify.
I have listened to everything Kenneth Okonkwo, Bwala, Reno, Momodu, Abure, and others have said about Peter Obi.
I have concluded that PO is no longer the better candidate but the BEST CHOICE for 2027.
The fact that they all hate him is exactly why we want him in power in 2027
APC - Attack Peter Obi
ADC - Attack Peter Obi
PDP- Attack Peter Obi
LP -Attack Peter Obi
PRP - Attack Peter Obi
Abure- Attack Peter Obi
Arambami - Attack Peter Obi
Onanuga - Attack Peter Obi
Kenneth Okonkwo -Attack Peter Obi
Bwala -Attack Peter Obi
Soludo -Attack Peter Obi
Monday Okpebholo -Attack Peter Obi
Rev Alia- Attack Peter Obi
Lose Election - attack Peter Obi
Peter Obi, a billionaire just like Dangote, Otedola, Elumelu and Co is taking these arrows for you the poor masses...
Remember he can afford to play the elite politics without minding but he chose otherwise.
If you like allow the establishment to keep deceiving you..
Nigeria didn’t qualify for the World Cup in 2022,they didn’t qualify for the World Cup in 2026. But one man is always making sure Nigeria is represented at the World Cup.
God bless Davido❤️🇳🇬🐐
The world is slowly moving on and the abducted children/teachers are still missing
The thought of being separated from your family as a child is heartbreaking.
Where they sleep and if they even get food to eat... It's alot to process.
And their parents... I cannot imagine what life would be like for them. It must really be unfair and cruel.
No one deserves this kind of pain. Not those innocent children.
@davido@AAdeleke_01 This is a woman who, by merit, should be the INEC chairperson.
She made the statement as INEC returning officer "If I perish, I perish.