Obi Critiques Tinubu on School Abductions and Insecurity

Peter Obi, a member of the Nigerian Democratic Congress and former governor of Anambra State, criticized President Bola Tinubu's management of school abductions, calling for him to either resign or refrain from seeking re-election. Obi made these remarks during a visit to Ibadan, Oyo State, where he met with Governor Seyi Makinde regarding the ongoing captivity of schoolchildren, which has persisted for 50 days.

He described the situation as a Nigerian tragedy and a reflection of leadership failure. Obi noted that Tinubu had not contacted Makinde about the incident, contrary to expectations of regular communication.

He drew parallels to the Chibok schoolgirl kidnapping during former President Goodluck Jonathan's administration, recalling that Tinubu was among those who criticized Jonathan for delays in addressing such crises. Obi further alleged that 13 schoolchildren had been kidnapped since Tinubu assumed office, emphasizing the government's inadequate response to the plight of victims and their families.