NDC Presidential Candidate, Peter Obi says Tinubu "Does Not Have Capacity To End Insecurity"

‎The presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) , Peter Obi, has said he would take direct responsibility for tackling insecurity if elected president.

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‎Reports say  Obi argued that the country’s security problems require strong leadership and quick action from the nation’s highest office.

‎Speaking during an interview, the presidential candidate rejected claims that opposition politicians or international factors are mainly responsible for the growing insecurity in Nigeria.

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‎The former Anambra Governor said the government has the power to deal with the crisis if there is enough commitment from those in authority.

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‎According to him, the fight against insecurity must have a clear leader, adding that the government, not criminal groups, should be in control of the situation.

‎He also questioned President Bola Tinubu’s ability to handle the country’s security challenges.

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‎Concerning the kidnapping case involving schoolchildren in Oyo State , Obi said he would have gone to the state himself and remained there until the victims were safely rescued if he had been president.

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‎The NDC presidential candidate said he adopted a similar approach while serving as governor of Anambra State whenever major security threats occurred.

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‎Obi recalled that during one of the worst armed robbery incidents in Anambra, former President Umaru Musa Yar’Adua kept in close contact with him until the situation was brought under control, despite the fact that they belonged to different political parties.

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‎He added that level of involvement showed the importance of presidential leadership during times of crisis.

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