Peter Obi Decries U.S. Embassy Evacuation Order, Warns Insecurity Threatens Nigeria’s Future
Former Labour Party presidential candidate Peter Obi has described the United States’ recent directive to evacuate embassy staff from Nigeria as a “bad omen” and called for the development to be treated as a national emergency.
In a statement posted on his official X handle, Obi said the U.S. move reflects “declining confidence in our national security architecture” and underscores the urgent need for government action. He warned that a country where citizens “cannot live, work, worship, or travel safely cannot progress or attract investment.”
On U.S. Evacuation Order: Obi said the directive to pull embassy staff due to rising insecurity is “deeply worrisome” for a nation already struggling to attract investors.
On Terrorism Ranking: He noted Nigeria currently ranks fourth in the Global Terrorism Index, yet attacks continue and “communities remain under constant threat.”
On Recent Casualty: Obi cited reports that “yet another Army Brigadier General” was lost to terrorists in Borno State earlier today.
Governance Criticism: He accused leaders of prioritizing politics over safety, stating there is a “glaring absence of effective governance” and that “schemes that undermine democratic processes” prevail.
Strain on Troops: Obi said the government’s failure to protect lives and property “continues to place immense strain on our troops, who make the ultimate sacrifices.”
“Like Nero, we as leaders remain preoccupied with politics, forgetting that without security, there is no nation to govern and no future to campaign for,” Obi wrote.
He concluded with his campaign slogan: “A New Nigeria is POssible. -PO”