“Where is the President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria?” — Peter Obi slams President’s absence amid Nigeria’s crisis
Former presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has raised serious concerns over the prolonged absence of the President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria amid worsening national crises.
Obi criticised the President for spending significant periods abroad in 2025 while millions of Nigerians grapple with extreme poverty, insecurity, and unemployment.
Obi highlighted the dire state of the nation, warning that Nigeria is approaching the end of the year with around 140 million people living in extreme poverty, the highest globally.
He cited staggering unemployment among youths, widespread hunger, and high infant mortality rates, calling attention to the leadership vacuum in addressing these challenges.
“When I ask, ‘Where is the President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria?’ it is not just a question; it is a critical demand for accountability in a national emergency. Spending 196 days abroad in 2025, more than in his own country, while Nigerians face hunger, insecurity, and uncertainty, is unacceptable,” Obi said.
Since December 2025, Obi noted, the President has remained largely silent, with no New Year address or public communication to reassure the citizenry.
Reports indicated the President was on holiday in Europe while Nigerians faced one of the harshest starts to the year, with no leadership voice providing clarity or guidance.
Obi further condemned the silence following U.S. military strikes on Nigerian soil, emphasising that citizens learned about critical national events from foreign media and officials rather than their own leader.
He argued that this absence undermines governance and public confidence.
“Leadership is not simply issuing press releases; it’s about standing before the people, engaging with them, and offering clarity. Nigerians deserve direct communication from their President on the state of the nation, not AI-generated images or vague updates,” Obi stated.
The former presidential aspirant called for strong leadership and presence, stressing that governance requires unity, consensus, and visible engagement with the populace.
He warned that national progress is impossible if leadership remains withdrawn, as the absence of direction exacerbates division and mistrust across the country.
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