The 2023 Labour Party (LP) presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has commented on Tuesday’s attack on a church in Kwara State, asserting that U.S. President Donald Trump was correct in labeling Nigeria as a “now disgraced nation.”
Obi believes this statement reflects the escalating insecurity and political turmoil in Nigeria.
In a post on his verified X account on Wednesday, Obi reminded Nigerians of the outrage that followed Trump’s remarks weeks ago, suggesting that recent events make it hard to dispute his claim.
He pointed to several violent incidents, including the abduction of 25 schoolgirls in Kebbi State, the killing of an army general and other officers, and the church attack in Kwara State, arguing that these occurrences support Trump’s assertion.
Obi expressed concern that rather than uniting during a national crisis, the country is preoccupied with political disputes and ongoing party conflicts.
Trump made his controversial statement in late October while criticizing the federal government’s response to alleged Christian genocide.
In a passionate post on his Truth Social platform, he even threatened to cut U.S. aid and consider military action against terrorist groups in Nigeria.
This comment sparked significant backlash across Nigeria, with officials labeling Trump’s remarks as insulting and unjust.
However, Obi contended that the country’s security issues are evident.
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He accused the Tinubu administration of intentionally undermining major opposition parties, such as the PDP, Labour Party, and SDP, instead of fostering unity during a time of increasing national tension.
He contrasted the current situation with the leadership of the late President Umaru Yar’Adua, recalling how Yar’Adua had instructed then-INEC Chairman Maurice Iwu to safeguard the stability of all political parties, emphasizing that a healthy democracy requires all parties to operate without interference.
Obi stated that Nigeria needs a political landscape where opposition is respected, elections are fair, and leadership is inclusive.
His remarks come amid widespread anxiety and frustration over rising kidnappings, escalating extremist violence, and diminishing public confidence in the government.
