Peter Obi Criticizes Tinubu Administration Over Insecurity; Lagos APC Responds

Former Labour Party presidential candidate Peter Obi has sharply criticized President Bola Tinubu’s administration, labeling Nigeria a “killing field” due to escalating insecurity. Obi claims that over 10,000 lives have been lost under Tinubu’s leadership, a statement that has sparked significant political backlash.

The Lagos State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has dismissed Obi’s remarks as “reckless” and “politically motivated.” They argue that the Nigerian Armed Forces have made substantial progress in combating terrorism and banditry. Citing official data, the APC reports that between August 2023 and April 2025, security forces neutralized 9,415 terrorists, arrested over 14,000 suspects, and rescued more than 10,000 hostages. [1]

The APC further highlighted regional operations, noting that in the North-East, 1,246 terrorists were killed, 2,467 arrested, and nearly 2,000 civilians rescued under Operation Hadin Kai. In the North-West, Operation Fasan Yamma reportedly neutralized 1,374 bandits, with over 2,100 surrendering or arrested, and more than 3,000 hostages freed. [1]This exchange underscores the intensifying political discourse as Nigeria approaches the 2027 general elections, with security remaining a pivotal issue.

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