Peter Obi finally reacts to Tinubu’s speech on nationwide hunger protest
Peter Obi called for decisive action against those propagating ethnic intolerance and stressed the need for regular updates from the President to restore hope and rebuild trust in the nation.
Peter Obi, the Labour Party presidential candidate in the 2023 elections, has criticised President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s recent national address, stating that it failed to address the underlying issues that triggered the recent protests.
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In his response titled “My Response to the President’s Address” on his X handle, Obi expressed disappointment over Tinubu’s speech.
Obi highlighted his hesitation to respond immediately, fearing it might be seen as an attempt to influence public opinion.
However, he felt compelled to speak out, noting, “The President’s address regrettably appeared disconnected from the harsh realities faced by the people and failed to address critical issues that initially triggered the protest.”
Obi thanked the President for eventually addressing the nation but criticised the lack of empathy for those injured, arrested, and detained during the protests due to overzealous security operatives.
Obi condemns ethnic bigotry
He emphasised the government’s duty to protect peaceful protesters and condemned the ethnic bigotry against certain groups.
“The President should begin by addressing pressing issues such as the exorbitant cost of governance, measures to tackle corruption, the high cost of living, and directing resources effectively towards critical areas like health, education, and poverty alleviation,” Obi urged.
He called for decisive action against those propagating ethnic intolerance and stressed the need for regular updates from the President to restore hope and rebuild trust in the nation.
Obi concluded by calling for immediate and concrete measures to alleviate Nigerians’ suffering and set the country on a path to recovery.
