Obasanjo Critiques Tinubu's Leadership on Security Crisis

Former Nigerian President Olusegun Obasanjo has sharply criticized the administration of President Bola Tinubu, asserting that a government unable to protect lives and property has no right to exist. In an interview with Soni Irabor, Obasanjo attributed Nigeria's current struggles to poor leadership, claiming the nation has lost its standing in global affairs.

He expressed concern over the security crisis, linking it to historical issues dating back to the civil war and exacerbated by bad governance. Obasanjo noted the rise in crime and kidnappings, contrasting it with a time when Nigerians could travel freely without fear.

He pointed to local and foreign factors, including the return of fighters from Libya and the influence of armed groups for political purposes, as contributors to the crisis. Obasanjo warned that the future of Nigeria is at risk, particularly for the 20 million school children, who may be drawn into crime and extremist activities due to the current leadership's failures.