The Labour Party’s 2023 presidential candidate, Peter Obi, warns that Nigeria is drifting into deeper instability as violence, kidnappings, and internal political crises spread across the country.

In a statement shared through his official X handle, he recalled a recent comment by U.S. President Donald Trump who described Nigeria as “now disgraced,” remarking that Nigerians were wrongly focused on the characterization rather than confront the stark daily realities of the country that justify such global criticism.

He pointed to rising insecurity as proof with the kidnap of 25 young school children from Kebbi State, the murder of a serving general alongside other officers by Jihadist, all within one week.

Add that to the fresh incident in Kwara State has added to the fear.

Obi said the moment required unity, but political bickering continues to divide the country. His message carried the weight of frustration shared by millions living through police alerts, military warnings, and economic uncertainty reflected in reports from the World Bank.

He wondered why a government battling nationwide insecurity would instead target political opponents, alluding to the possibility that the chaos and crisis in several Nigeria’s opposition parties like the PDP, Labour Party, and SDP may have the fingerprint of government all over them instead of fixing insecurity

He said true democracy respects strong opposition and follows transparent elections that reflect the will of the people. His tone carried a reminder that nations thrive when leaders listen, build trust, and put national peace above party interests.

Obi Accuses Government of Deliberately Destabilizing Political Parties

These tensions, he said, are not accidents but political maneuvers that weaken democratic balance. “A government that should embrace everyone is now encouraging divisions,” he wrote, warning that democracy cannot survive without strong, independent parties.

Obi recalled an encounter from the Yar’Adua era in which during a dispute in his former party, the late president reportedly instructed then–INEC Chairman Maurice Iwu to protect the stability of every registered party.

Obi quoted the principle clearly: “No party must be undermined. All must function within the law.”

The contrast with today’s political climate formed the core of his criticism, especially as insecurity continues rising across states.

Obi said Nigeria needs leadership willing to prioritize peace over political advantage.

Countries documented in reports by the World Bank and the IMF grow stable when opposition voices are respected and elections reflect the people’s choice. He warned that weakening political institutions erodes national resilience and diverts attention from fighting terror.

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