Maiduguri bombings: Obi Laments Of Nation Under Siege, Condoles Bereaved Families 

Maiduguri bombings: Obi Laments Of Nation Under Siege, Condoles Bereaved Families

Former Anambra state governor, Peter Obi, has expressed grief over the coordinated multiple explosions in Maiduguri, which reportedly killed over 23 persons with more than 100 others left with various degrees of injuries on Monday evening.

In his reaction to the bomb blasts allegedly carried out by suicide bombers of Boko Haram agents, Obi in a post on his X handle,  condoled with the families who have lost loved ones, as well as those who are injured and fighting to recover.

Further he prayed: “May God grant eternal rest to the departed, comfort the bereaved, and provide strength and healing to all affected.”

Obi however lamented that “The nation is once again engulfed in grief and outrage following the horrific explosions in Maiduguri, Borno State, yesterday (Monday evening).

” These tragic events serve as a painful reminder of how far we have strayed from the fundamental duty of governance: the protection of lives and property.

“The fact that several innocent Nigerians can be killed in multiple coordinated attacks, with over a hundred others injured in vulnerable places like markets and near hospitals, highlights a troubling reality. The silence from our nation in response to such atrocities indicates a disturbing normalization of insecurity rather than a decisive confrontation with the issue.

“In light of recent attacks in Kwara, Nasarawa, Kogi, Plateau, Sokoto, Benue, and even within the Federal Capital Territory, the pattern of insecurity is deeply concerning. In some regions, such as Katsina, there are alarming reports of communities being coerced into paying a “Peace Tax” to armed groups just to avoid further attacks and ensure their survival.

“These moments test not only our security architecture but also the very essence of leadership. Such a grave national emergency requires immediate presence, attention, and action. It is crucial to cancel any planned trips to visit affected communities in favor of prioritizing efforts to safeguard lives.

“During this time of grief, my thoughts and prayers are with the families who have lost loved ones, as well as those who are injured and fighting to recover. May God grant eternal rest to the departed, comfort the bereaved, and provide strength and healing to all affected.

“We cannot continue down this path. Our nation must rise to protect its citizens with urgency, responsibility, and compassion. A New Nigeria is POssible. -PO”