Paul Ibe, media adviser to Atiku Abubakar, has said President Bola Tinubu should step down over what he described as the government’s inability to tackle insecurity across the country.
Speaking on Arise Television’s Prime Time programme on Tuesday, Ibe argued that the foremost duty of any government is to guarantee the security and welfare of its citizens.
He claimed that Nigeria is currently less secure than it was in 2023, citing figures which, according to him, show that 879 people have been killed while nearly 300 others are still being held captive.
Describing the numbers as disturbing, Ibe said they reflect the worsening insecurity situation in the country.
He further criticised the government’s handling of the crisis, saying the measures taken so far have not produced enough results and warning that Nigeria cannot continue with what he called a “trial and error” style of governance.
According to him, the growing insecurity raises serious concerns about the administration’s capacity to effectively manage the country’s challenges.
BACKSTORY….
The call for President Bola Tinubu to resign comes amid growing criticism over the country’s worsening security challenges, including kidnappings, bandit attacks, and killings in several parts of Nigeria.
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Since assuming office, Tinubu’s administration has faced mounting pressure from opposition parties and civil society groups to strengthen security measures and protect citizens. Despite repeated assurances from the government, attacks by armed groups and criminal gangs have continued, fueling public concern.
The opposition, led by figures such as Atiku Abubakar and his allies, has consistently accused the government of failing to deliver on its promise to improve safety and stability. The latest remarks by Paul Ibe add to the ongoing political debate over accountability and the effectiveness of the current administration’s approach to tackling insecurity.
