Lagos APC to Peter Obi: “Stop Jubilating Over Nigeria’s Challenges – Patriotism Is Not Selective Outrage”
The Lagos State Chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has observed the latest grandstanding by Mr. Peter Obi following the U.S. designation of Nigeria as a “country of particular concern.” True to form, Obi once again attempted to turn a sensitive national issue into political theatre rather than demonstrate statesmanship.
Even more telling is that it uncharacteristically took him some time to respond. For a man always seeking microphones and hashtags, his sudden silence was deafening – until well-meaning Nigerians began to publicly question it. It has become clear that Obi did not speak out of patriotic instinct, but out of public pressure and fear of further exposing his double standards.
When he finally spoke, the nation saw what we expected – too little, too late, and too predictable. His reaction lacked sincerity, urgency, and any semblance of a unifying spirit.
A man who claims to desire national leadership should not require public reminders to speak when his nation’s image is at stake. Leadership is proactive, not reactive and certainly not driven by online agitation.
A Leader Who Is Only Happy When Nigeria Is Sad
Real leaders defend their country in difficult moments.
Statesmen balance criticism with dignity and national pride.
But Peter Obi appears content only when Nigeria is under pressure, believing every challenge for the nation is an opportunity for his political resurrection. That is not patriotism. It is sour politics born from electoral heartbreak.
Tinubu Is Fixing the Insecurity Obi and Allies Fed With Propaganda
Nigeria’s security problems did not start yesterday – they were inherited. President Tinubu is confronting them with courage and strategy:
• Strengthening military command and intelligence structures
• Deploying modern technology and platforms
• Re-energizing regional and global security collaboration
• Tackling the economic roots of insecurity through bold reforms
While serious leaders are working, Obi and his online choir are rehearsing 2023 grievances and clinging to foreign commentary for political oxygen.
Obi Must Choose – Nigeria or Desperation
Obi must decide whether he stands with Nigeria or with his ever-shrinking echo chamber of bitterness and resentment. No serious nation is built on the politics of sulking and sensationalism.
His recent behavior confirms why Nigerians rejected him – leadership demands maturity, not melodrama and delayed outrage.
Nigeria Will Rise – With or Without the Naysayers
Nigeria will not bow to those rooting for its challenges to worsen.
We urge the public to stay focused on the Renewed Hope agenda and reject individuals who profit politically from national difficulty.
Nigeria will succeed – despite those praying for its failure and reacting only when forced by public pressure.
Mogaji (Hon) Seye Oladejo
Lagos APC Spokesman
04/11/25
