‘President Tinubu has four months to go before his defeat’ – PRP

The People's Redemption Party (PRP) has strongly criticized President Bola Tinubu's administration for the ongoing killings and abductions across Nigeria, asserting that the government has been unable to safeguard lives and property. In a statement, the party outlined the deteriorating security situation as evidence of the government's incompetence and disregard for the hardships faced by affected communities.

The statement, signed by the PRP's National Chairman, Dr Hakeem Baba-Ahmed, urged Nigerians to voice their discontent against the violence and demand immediate action to halt the attacks. The party specifically highlighted states such as Kwara, Niger, Benue, Kebbi, Zamfara, Sokoto, Kaduna, Borno, Plateau, and Yobe as being impacted by insecurity.

The PRP accused armed groups and other criminals of perpetrating attacks with impunity, stating that the government's response has been inadequate. They argued that the government's reliance on verbal promises and public statements rather than substantive measures to protect citizens underscores the lawlessness in the country. The PRP also expressed concerns over the strain on military personnel and volunteers combating armed groups, emphasizing that the continuous violence has hindered economic activities and escalated the economic struggles of millions of Nigerians.

While the party did not offer evidence to substantiate these claims, it maintained that the populace should not have to endure the security challenges until the end of Tinubu's presidency in May 2027. Dr Baba-Ahmed emphasized that President Tinubu still has four months left before his term concludes and urged him to fulfill his constitutional duties to protect Nigerians.

He called on Tinubu to shoulder responsibility for addressing the crisis and implementing urgent measures to prevent additional killings and abductions. The party demanded decisive actions to restore security in the affected regions and shield Nigerians from further threats.