Peter Obi, a presidential candidate in the 2023 general election, has condemned the persistent killings, kidnappings, and other violent crimes across Nigeria.
The former Anambra State governor also bemoaned the roles of non-state actors in the nation’s insecurity.
Obi stated this in a post on his X account on Sunday evening.
He condemned the attack on the SuperSport crew members on AFCON duty that led to three deaths.
The victims were part of a SuperSport crew traveling to Uyo, Akwa Ibom, to broadcast the 2025 AFCON qualifying match between Nigeria and Libya on Friday, October 11.
“In particular, I condemn, in totality, the unfortunate killing of some crew members of Supersports TV, who were attacked in a tragic ambush along the Ihiala-Orlu Road, Anambra State, a few days ago,” he posted.
“These media practitioners were on their way to Uyo to perform official duty for their medium and, indeed, the nation when the tragic incident happened, resulting in their death and the kidnapping of others.”
“Two days ago, a few persons were also reportedly killed while some others were injured in a terror attack carried out by criminals in the Agatu local government area of Benue state.
“These violent attacks, many of which go unreported, have now continued to define our daily existence in our once-secured nation.
“We are gradually losing count of the people who have lost their lives to insecurity in our nation.
“How much longer do we allow our people to die before we decide enough is enough?
“I condole with the families who have lost dear ones to these recent attacks while praying for eternal rest on the dead and quick recovery for the injured.
“We are all in this together as a nation and will continue to demand for the security of lives and property of every Nigerian.
