Nigeria Must Not Become ‘Killing Field’, Peter Obi Warns
The presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), Peter Obi, has condemned the recent killings and abductions in parts of Nigeria’s North-Central region, calling on governments at all levels to take urgent action to protect vulnerable communities. Obi described the spate of attacks in Benue, Plateau and Niger states as a national security emergency, […] The post Nigeria Must…
Nigerian presidential hopeful Peter Obi has raised alarm over the escalating killings and abductions in the North-Central region, urging authorities to act swiftly. He described the recent attacks in Benue, Plateau, and Niger states as a national security crisis, cautioning against allowing violence to become the norm. The former Anambra State governor made the appeal in a statement on his X account, emphasizing that the incidents in the three contiguous states constitute a pattern of growing insecurity nationwide.
Obi highlighted the tragic loss of life in Mangu, Plateau State, where at least 23 people were killed and over 30 reportedly more, as well as the destruction of more than 45 homes. In Niger State's Borgu area, attacks reportedly claimed over 40 lives and resulted in the abduction of more than 100 individuals, figures that remain disputed.
Amidst the ongoing violence in Benue, Obi expressed deep concern that Nigerians are being targeted in their communities, even as Nigeria is not officially at war. He called on the government to bolster security protocols, enhance intelligence gathering and rapid-response capabilities, rescue abducted citizens, and ensure accountability for those perpetrating the attacks.
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