JUST IN: Peter Obi Breaks Silence Over US Designation of Nigeria as ‘Nation of Specific Concern’

In an announcement on his X deal with on Monday, Obi criticised the present authorities for an absence of competence, dedication, prudent use of assets, patriotism, and fervour to successfully govern, galvanise and lead Nigeria.

His phrases, “The current pronouncement by the US authorities declaring Nigeria a ‘Nation of Specific Concern’ (CPC) and indicating doable army motion ought to give each well-meaning Nigerian critical concern.

“There isn’t a doubt that Nigeria is experiencing an unprecedented stage of insecurity with attendant carnage and probably the most surprising lack of lives and property.

“In response to Amnesty Worldwide, over 10,000 folks have been killed in Nigeria since Might 2023 and as I’ve repeatedly lamented, the unwarranted and unprovoked killing of Nigerians is most condemnable, and all efforts have to be made to convey it to a cease.

“It’s equally essential to state that the horrible scenario is considerably avoidable with competent management and governance.”

He added that, “Whereas the insecurity didn’t begin with the current authorities, what’s most unlucky is the shortage and absence of competence, dedication, prudent use of assets, patriotism and fervour on the a part of APC APC-led authorities/leaders to successfully govern, galvanise and lead Nigeria the place nobody is unwarrantedly oppressed and killed, a Nation the place peace, reality and justice reign!

“As democracies, Nigeria and the US have lengthy been strategic companions dedicated to regional peace and safety.

That relationship shouldn’t falter. The current scenario requires constructive diplomatic and some other believable engagement by each nations geared toward addressing the prevailing and disturbing safety issues.

“Each international locations should work in live performance and expeditiously in the direction of that goal,” he concluded.