Peter Obi has condemned the killing of soldiers in Abia

Via X, On Friday Peter Obi expressed his anguish and outrage over the killing of Nigerian soldiers.

Obi called it a stark reminder of the escalating insecurity plaguing the nation.

“I am appalled and saddened by the attack on our brave soldiers in Abia State yesterday, resulting in the death of five soldiers.

“This dastardly act remains condemnable as it is a stark reminder of the escalating insecurity and violence that has continued to plague our nation under our collective watch,” Obi stated.

Obi lamented the nation’s urgent need to protect its citizens and security personnel.

Peter Obi condoled with the families of the fallen soldiers and the people of Abia State,

“Their sacrifice will never be forgotten, and we owe it to them to demand accountability and justice.

“Our failure as a nation to protect our citizens and security personnel is a clear dereliction of duty and sign of deficiency of the Nigerian state,” Obi said.