Growing concerns have emerged over Nigeria’s worsening security situation as dozens of schoolchildren abducted in Borno and Oyo states remain in captivity two weeks after their kidnapping, while fresh attacks continue to claim lives across several parts of the country.
The concerns were raised in a statement by former presidential candidate Peter Obi on his Facebook page on Tuesday, who lamented the continued detention of the abducted children and described the nation’s security challenges as a grave threat to citizens, particularly schoolchildren.
According to Obi, despite government efforts and media reports highlighting plans to establish a 1,000-member rescue team, the kidnapped pupils are still being held by their captors in difficult conditions.
His remarks come amid a series of deadly attacks recorded across the country in recent days.
In Plateau State, at least seven people were reportedly killed and 10 others injured on Sunday when terrorists attacked Gwon-Ajang Village in the Foron District of Barkin Ladi Local Government Area.
Similarly, armed assailants launched a coordinated attack on Ayegunle-Igun Community in Kabba-Bunu Local Government Area of Kogi State, killing one resident and abducting more than 25 people during a pre-dawn raid.
In Anambra State, two police officers lost their lives in an attack carried out by suspected bandits, further highlighting the growing insecurity in the South-East region.
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Obi also recalled the abduction of 46 people, including 39 students, seven teachers, and a school principal, following attacks on three schools in the Ahoro-Esinle Community near Ogbomoso in Oyo State.
He further referenced the mass kidnapping of between 48 and 51 pupils and students from Mussa Community in Askira-Uba Local Government Area of Borno State. The victims, ranging from nursery pupils to secondary school students, were abducted by suspected Boko Haram insurgents on May 15, 2026, and have remained in captivity ever since.
Expressing concern over what he described as misplaced national priorities, Obi said political actors appear more focused on preparations for future elections than on addressing the security challenges confronting citizens.
He stressed that the continued abduction of schoolchildren in a country not officially at war reflects a profound national crisis requiring urgent attention.
The former Anambra governor called for greater commitment from authorities and stakeholders toward protecting lives and securing the release of those still being held captive, warning that the safety of children and ordinary Nigerians must take precedence over political ambitions.