Former Labour Party presidential candidate and ex-Anambra State Governor, Peter Obi, has decried Nigeria’s worsening security situation, describing the country as a “nation of unending tragedy” following a spate of violent incidents across Adamawa, Anambra, and Sokoto states.

In a statement shared on his X account on Tuesday, Obi expressed grief over recent attacks, highlighting the killing of innocent worshippers, the deaths of seven peaceful women protesters in Adamawa, and renewed bandit attacks in Sokoto claiming seven more lives.

“In the last few days, our nation has once again been thrown into mourning by a series of heartbreaking tragedies,” Obi said, lamenting the scale and frequency of violence that continues to threaten the soul of the nation.

Obi warned that no country could normalise such levels of insecurity and stressed that safety is foundational to national development.

“Without security, our schools cannot function, our farms cannot thrive, our businesses cannot grow, and our people cannot live with dignity,” he said.

He pointed to recent killings in Anambra as evidence of failure to protect places of worship, while the deaths of women protesters in Adamawa highlighted eroding public trust in security agencies.

“The killings in Sokoto demonstrate how banditry and terrorism continue to ravage parts of the North-West despite repeated promises of action,” Obi added.

Beyond security, Obi identified poverty, unemployment, weak institutions, and lack of opportunity as drivers of unrest, urging investments in education, healthcare, and economic empowerment.

“A nation where millions are left behind will always struggle with unrest. That is why I continue to emphasise the importance of investing in education, healthcare, and economic empowerment,” he said.

Obi called for leadership that values human life, ensures justice, and prioritises the protection of all citizens regardless of region, religion, gender, or social status.

“As we mourn the lives lost, we must also renew our commitment to building a Nigeria where such tragedies become a thing of the past,” he said, offering condolences to families of victims and urging national resolve to create a safer, more united country.