Former presidential candidate Peter Obi has issued a scathing condemnation of the Federal Government, declaring that Nigeria has become a “now disgraced nation” as insecurity spirals and political instability deepens across the country.
In a strongly worded statement posted on his X account, Obi referenced former U.S. President Donald Trump’s recent remark describing Nigeria as “now disgraced,” noting that although many Nigerians were angered at the comment, the grim realities on ground make the description difficult to dismiss.
“How can we dispute it,” Obi asked, “when, within a single week, 25 people were kidnapped, and one of our generals along with other officers was killed? Today, we witness another troubling terror attack in Kwara State.”
Obi lamented that at a time when the nation desperately needs unity, the country is instead being torn apart by political conflicts and internal sabotage.
“Rather than uniting in this critical moment, we are consumed by internal wrangling, party squabbles, and distractions,” he said.
He accused the Federal Government of deliberately igniting crises across major political parties in order to weaken opposition voices and destabilize the democratic space.
“Look closely at what is happening in the PDP, the Labour Party, SDP, and other political formations—crises deliberately orchestrated by a government that should be embracing everyone so we can unite in this troubling period,” Obi stated.
Drawing on his experience from a past political crisis, Obi recalled a defining moment under former President Umaru Musa Yar’Adua, whom he praised for protecting Nigeria’s democratic integrity.
“During an internal crisis in my then-political party, he instructed the INEC Chairman, Professor Maurice Iwu, that the stability of every political party—not just the ruling party—was essential for democracy. No party was to be undermined; all were to function within the law,” Obi said.
He stressed that the current administration has abandoned that democratic ethic.
“What we witness today is the opposite. The current government seems more intent on weakening parties than strengthening our democracy—seeking to fragment the PDP, Labour Party, SDP, and others,” he declared.
Obi contrasted this with global democratic standards, insisting that true democracy thrives when opposition is respected and elections are credible.
“In democratic nations, opposition is respected, elections reflect the will of the people, and governance involves carrying everyone along for peace and prosperity,” he said.
The former governor concluded with optimism, reaffirming his belief that national renewal is still achievable.
“A New Nigeria is possible,” he wrote.
