By Ify Okoli
Hakeem Baba-Ahmed, a national leader of the Peoples
Redemption Party (PRP), has called on President Bola Tinubu to resign, arguing
that the worsening security situation across the country shows the government
has failed in one of its most important responsibilities.
Speaking during an interview on Arise Television’s Morning
Show, Baba-Ahmed said Nigerians are becoming increasingly exposed to
violence and criminal activities, despite repeated concerns raised by the
media, lawmakers and civil society groups.
The former presidential aide, who once worked with the
Tinubu administration, did not hide his frustration as he questioned the
government's handling of insecurity. According to him, many communities now
live under constant fear, while incidents of kidnapping and other crimes
continue to spread to different parts of the country.
Baba-Ahmed said the level of insecurity being witnessed
today should be a major concern for every Nigerian. He argued that the
President has not demonstrated enough control over the growing security
challenges and warned that citizens should not accept the situation as normal.
He maintained that in any functioning democracy, the safety
of citizens remains one of the primary responsibilities of government. In his
view, the current administration has fallen short of that expectation.
According to him, no part of the country appears completely
safe anymore, with reports of criminal attacks affecting communities across
various regions. He expressed concern over cases involving children and school
pupils, saying such incidents highlight the seriousness of the security crisis.
Baba-Ahmed insisted that his call for the President to
resign should not be seen as a political attack or an attempt to score partisan
points. Rather, he described it as a response to what he considers a failure to
adequately protect Nigerians and their property.
He argued that leadership comes with responsibility and
accountability, especially when citizens' lives are at stake. If a government
is unable to provide security, he said, it is reasonable for questions to be
asked about its continued stay in office.
Looking ahead to the 2027 general election, Baba-Ahmed urged
Nigerians to carefully assess the government's performance and make their
decision at the ballot box.
He concluded that the debate should not be about political
parties or personal differences but about the need for leadership that can
guarantee safety, restore public confidence and effectively address the
country's growing security challenges.
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