Reactions have continued to trail comments made by former Anambra State governor, , following the abduction of school children and teachers in Oriire Local Government Area of Oyo State.
The incident reportedly prompted President to approve the recruitment of 1,000 forest guards for Oyo State as part of efforts to strengthen security and combat banditry in the region. Reports also indicated that the president ordered the deployment of a specialised rescue team to secure the release of the victims and restore safety in affected communities.
Reacting through his official X account, Peter Obi condemned the abduction and expressed concern over the worsening insecurity across the country. The former presidential candidate stated that political leaders should focus more on protecting citizens rather than concentrating solely on future elections and political ambitions.
His statement quickly generated widespread reactions on social media, with many Nigerians sharing different opinions on the issue. While some users praised Obi for speaking about insecurity and the safety of school children, others argued that all political leaders share responsibility for the country’s current challenges.
The development has once again brought national attention to concerns over insecurity, especially attacks targeting schools and rural communities. Many Nigerians have continued to call for stronger security measures and better protection for students, teachers and vulnerable communities across the country…See More
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