Presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) Peter Obi has called on President Bola Tinubu to resign over what he described as a “monumental failure in governance,” citing worsening economic hardship, insecurity, and declining living conditions across the country.
Obi made the call in a statement posted on his X handle on Monday after reflecting on the resignation announcement by the British Prime Minister, Keir Starmer, which he said underscored the importance of accountability in public office.
According to the former Anambra State governor, the British leader’s decision to step down amid public dissatisfaction with economic conditions and unmet campaign promises offers lessons for countries seeking to strengthen democratic governance.
Drawing parallels with Nigeria’s situation, Obi recalled that before becoming president, Tinubu had repeatedly demanded the resignation of former President Goodluck Jonathan over insecurity and economic challenges facing the country.
“Before 2015, our President on several occasions championed the call for the then President Goodluck Jonathan to resign over economic hardship and insecurity affecting Nigerians. During the Chibok school kidnapping incident, he demanded the immediate resignation of President Jonathan, arguing that the government had failed in its most fundamental duty of protecting lives,” Obi stated.
He also referenced commitments made by Tinubu during the 2023 presidential campaign, particularly on electricity supply, anti-corruption efforts, and improving citizens’ welfare.
“During the 2023 election campaign, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu made several promises, including improved electricity supply. He also challenged the electorate not to vote for him for a second term if he failed to deliver on those commitments—particularly in providing stable power, fighting corruption, and improving the welfare of Nigerians,” the former Anambra State governor stated.
Obi further argued that conditions in the country had deteriorated since Tinubu assumed office, saying critical sectors had witnessed setbacks rather than progress.
“At present, however, these conditions have worsened. Electricity supply remains unreliable, insecurity has intensified in many areas, including kidnappings, and economic hardship has deepened rather than eased. Similar concerns are reflected across other critical sectors such as security, infrastructure, transportation, and anti-corruption efforts, all of which have regressed. We are in the worst possible condition,” he said.
The presidential candidate said the situation warranted accountability at the highest level of government and urged the President to step aside.
“I, therefore, join Nigerians of goodwill in calling for the resignation of the President over monumental failure in governance. Such a gesture would help enthrone a political culture rooted in accountability and responsibility, rather than further entrenching impunity.
“It would also send a powerful message that public office is a sacred trust, not an entitlement, and help build a society in which future leaders understand that failure carries consequences. Only by ending the culture of impunity can we secure a better future for the society our children will inherit in a New Nigeria that is possible,” Obi noted.
He also maintained that embracing accountability and responsibility in leadership remains essential to building stronger institutions and restoring public confidence in governance.
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