ABUJA, Nigeria — Labour Party presidential candidate in the 2023 election, Peter Obi, has called on President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to resign from office, citing what he described as worsening economic hardship, insecurity, and unmet campaign promises.
Okay News reports that Obi made the call in a statement on Sunday after reacting to the planned resignation of the British Prime Minister, which he said was prompted by growing public dissatisfaction over economic conditions and governance challenges in the United Kingdom.
According to Obi, the development highlights the importance of political accountability and leaders taking responsibility when governments fail to meet the expectations of citizens. He said he closely follows global political developments to understand the factors that contribute to national progress and those that lead to governance failures.
Reflecting on Nigeria’s political history, Obi recalled that before becoming president, Tinubu repeatedly criticised former President Goodluck Jonathan over insecurity and economic difficulties, including calling for his resignation following the Chibok schoolgirls’ abduction. He also noted that Tinubu, during the 2023 election campaign, pledged to improve electricity supply, tackle corruption, strengthen security, and enhance the welfare of Nigerians.
Obi argued that conditions in the country have deteriorated since then, alleging that insecurity has worsened in several parts of Nigeria, electricity supply remains unstable, and economic hardship has deepened. He further claimed that progress has been lacking across critical sectors, including infrastructure, transportation, and anti-corruption efforts.
“I therefore join Nigerians of goodwill in calling for the resignation of the President over monumental failure in governance,” Obi stated, adding that such a move would help promote a culture of accountability and reinforce the principle that public office is a trust rather than an entitlement.
The former Anambra State governor maintained that holding leaders accountable for their performance would strengthen democratic values and help build a future in which elected officials understand that failure in office carries consequences.
