According to Peter Obi, the ongoing carnage is both condemnable and largely avoidable with competent leadership and governance. He cited Amnesty International reports stating that over 10,000 people have been killed since May 2023. While acknowledging that the insecurity did not begin with the current administration, he lamented the absence of commitment, prudent resource management, and patriotic passion on the part of the APC-led government to protect citizens and ensure a just and peaceful nation.
Obi further highlighted the longstanding strategic partnership between Nigeria and the United States as democracies committed to regional peace. He urged constructive diplomatic engagement from both nations to address the security crisis, emphasizing that both countries must work together expeditiously to resolve the pressing issues and preserve their important relationship.