Plateau attack: Obi accuses Tinubu of failing to keep security promise

Former Anambra State governor, Peter Obi, has criticised President Bola Ahmed Tinubu over renewed attacks in Plateau State and other parts of the country.

In a statement shared on X on Monday, Obi expressed concern over the resurgence of violence just days after the President assured residents of Jos that such incidents would not happen again. He described the development as a clear failure of leadership and accountability.

Referencing Tinubu’s earlier pledge, Obi said the promise had been broken in less than 24 hours. He noted that shortly after the President’s visit to Jos on April 2, where he addressed victims and vowed an end to the attacks, another incident reportedly occurred in Nyamgo Gyel, Jos South Local Government Area, resulting in further casualties.

Obi also pointed out that the violence has spread beyond Plateau State, with reported cases in Nasarawa State, Zamfara State, Borno State, Benue State, and Kaduna State.

He lamented the growing number of killings, abductions, and destruction of property across affected communities, stressing that Nigerians are paying the price with their lives.

“This represents a failure of leadership and responsibility,” Obi stated, adding that the government is not fulfilling its fundamental duty to protect lives and property.

Describing the situation as critical, Obi warned that the country is facing a national emergency. He said insecurity continues to worsen, leaving citizens increasingly vulnerable in their homes and communities.

His remarks come amid rising concerns over persistent attacks across several regions, which have left many people dead and displaced.