Speaking on Sunday, Obi lamented the growing cases of banditry, kidnapping, and violent attacks in many parts of the country, stressing that Nigerians deserve the right to live and work without fear. He said the persistence of insecurity has not only cost lives but has crippled businesses, farms, and schools, deepening poverty and hopelessness among the people.
“The country must declare a national war on insecurity,” Obi said, emphasizing that the fight should not be left to the government alone. He urged security agencies, community leaders, and citizens to work together in restoring peace, adding that safety is the foundation on which education, commerce, and development rest.
Obi also expressed sympathy for families who have lost loved ones to violent attacks, describing their pain as a wound that weakens the entire nation. He noted that Nigeria’s abundant human and natural resources cannot be fully harnessed until the atmosphere of fear is replaced with trust and security.
He called on leaders at all levels to prioritize the welfare of citizens by investing in intelligence gathering, equipping security forces, and creating opportunities for young people, saying unemployment and despair often fuel criminality.
“Insecurity does not respect tribe, religion, or political party,” Obi warned. “It affects every Nigerian, whether rich or poor. This is why we must all rise with one voice and confront it together.”
His remarks come amid fresh concerns over attacks in several states, with residents urging the government to act decisively before the situation worsens.
