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Former Governor of Anambra State, Peter Obi, has expressed deep disappointment in Nigeria’s political leadership, describing it as “embarrassing” and “concerning.”
“Too much attention on frivolities as Poverty deepens is concerning. It is deeply troubling that Nigeria’s political leadership is rapidly descending into an embarrassing spectacle,” he wrote on X.
Obi lamented the nation’s misplaced priorities, stating, “We are at a time when our nation faces the highest levels of actual and multidimensional poverty, soaring infant mortality rates, millions of out-of-school children, one of the most insecure and hunger-stricken nations on earth, grappling with escalating insecurity and countless other challenges.”
Instead, he noted, the national discourse is dominated by “trivialities” such as allegations of sexual harassment, budget padding in the National Assembly, and judicial rulings that threaten democracy.
Criticising all three arms of government, Obi remarked, “What is coming out of the three arms of government, the Executive, the Legislature and the Judiciary is disgusting and uninspiring.
“The Executive show of negative power as seen in Osun state, the reckless Judiciary pronouncement on Rivers State that is capable of threatening democracy plus the embarrassing scandal from the National Assembly all combine to give a gloomy picture of our democratic journey.”
He urged leaders to avoid disruptive interference in sub-national governance, warning that “reckless neglect of serious governance is a grave disservice to millions of Nigerians.”
Obi further condemned the culture of political defections, describing it as a tactic for “rigging politicians into office.”
“Nigeria cannot afford to be governed like a reality TV show while millions suffer for so long,” he insisted.
Calling for leadership based on “character, competence, capacity, and compassion,” Obi stressed that failure to prioritise education, healthcare, and poverty alleviation “undermines the present and betrays the nation’s future.”
“It is time for leadership rooted in character, competence, capacity, consistency, compassion, and urgency—leadership that prioritises education, healthcare, and poverty alleviation,” he said.
