Peter Obi has raised alarm over Nigeria’s worsening security situation following the latest Global Terrorism Index, which lists the country among the most affected by terrorism globally.

In a statement shared on X on Thursday, Obi described the report as a troubling reflection of leadership failure, noting that Nigeria has recorded a significant increase in terrorism-related deaths.

He expressed concern that while other nations are making progress in reducing terrorism, Nigeria appears to be experiencing a reverse trend. According to him, the situation stems from poor governance, weak institutions, corruption, and a failure to uphold the rule of law.

The former Anambra State governor pointed to multiple security threats confronting the country, including the insurgency by Boko Haram, the activities of Islamic State West Africa Province, as well as rising cases of kidnapping and bandit attacks in rural areas.

Obi lamented the continued loss of lives, accusing those in authority of not taking decisive steps to address the crisis. He questioned the essence of governance if it cannot guarantee the safety of citizens, warning against accepting insecurity as the norm.

He called on leaders to shift from rhetoric to concrete action, stressing the need for measurable progress in tackling insecurity. Obi added that ensuring the safety of lives and property remains the most fundamental responsibility of any government and must be treated as a top priority.