Insecurity: Obi Condemns Killing of Brigadier General, Raises Alarm Over US Evacuation Order

Former presidential candidate warns of declining confidence in Nigeria’s security and worsening national safety situation

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By Ada Nwangaga | Abuja, Nigeria – April 10, 2026

Former presidential candidate Peter Obi has expressed concern over Nigeria’s worsening security situation, citing the recent killing of a Nigerian Army Brigadier General in Borno and the United States’ decision to evacuate non-emergency embassy staff from Abuja.

In a statement titled “U.S. Security Alarm on Nigeria: A Bad Omen,” Obi said the developments reflect a growing loss of confidence in Nigeria’s security architecture and should be treated as a national emergency.

He warned that the situation is particularly troubling for a country already struggling to attract foreign investment, noting Nigeria’s position as fourth on the Global Terrorism Index as evidence of deepening insecurity.

Obi lamented what he described as the continued deterioration of safety across the country, with frequent loss of lives and persistent threats to communities.

He further argued that governance priorities have been misaligned, alleging that political considerations are increasingly overshadowing citizens’ safety and national security concerns.

Reacting to reports of the killing of another senior military officer in Borno, Obi described the incident as a stark reminder of the dangers facing both civilians and security personnel.

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“A nation where people cannot live, work, worship, or travel safely cannot progress or attract investment,” he stated.

Governance and Security Concerns
Obi stressed that the protection of lives and property remains the primary responsibility of government, adding that repeated security failures have placed excessive strain on the armed forces.

He noted that security personnel continue to make significant sacrifices despite operational challenges and rising threats from armed groups.

Warning on National Direction
The former governor cautioned that continued deterioration in security could undermine national stability and development, urging leaders to refocus attention on governance and safety rather than political competition.

He warned that neglecting security, in his words, risks leaving the country without a stable foundation for governance or future political progress.