- Nigeria is part of the global community and therefore has the right to seek external support if the situation overwhelms local authorities
- He noted that killings, kidnappings and bandit attacks have become disturbingly rampant
- he lamented that the country’s security woes have steadily worsened over the years
Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has warned that Nigeria’s escalating insecurity has reached a level where the nation may have no option but to seek international assistance if the government remains unable to protect its citizens.
Eko Hot Blog reports that the former president made the remark on Friday at the 2nd Plateau State Unity Christmas Carols in Jos, where he lamented that the country’s security woes have steadily worsened over the years, particularly since the abduction of the Chibok girls.
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He noted that killings, kidnappings and bandit attacks have become disturbingly rampant, leaving Nigerians vulnerable and fearful.
Obasanjo criticised attempts by some individuals to frame the killings along religious or ethnic lines, insisting that every victim is first a Nigerian and should never be reduced to sectarian labels.
He described such justifications as insensitive and unacceptable, stressing that any government that cannot guarantee the safety of its people has failed in its primary responsibility.
He maintained that Nigeria is part of the global community and therefore has the right to seek external support if the situation overwhelms local authorities. According to him, there should be no apology for requesting assistance when citizens’ lives are at stake.
The former president urged Nigerians to complement prayers with action by demanding that leaders at all levels fulfil their duties to protect lives and restore peace.
Governor Caleb Mutfwang, in his welcome remarks, said the Christmas season remains a symbol of hope and unity despite the nation’s challenges, while COCIN President Rev. Amos Musa Mohzo expressed optimism that Nigeria will overcome its security problems through collective effort and faith.
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