Peter Obi Calls For Tinubu’s Resignation, Alleges Failure In Governance And Leadership

Presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), Peter Obi, has called on President Bola Tinubu to resign, citing what he described as a “monumental failure in governance” and worsening conditions across the country.

Obi made the demand in a statement posted on his X account on Monday, drawing comparisons with the recent resignation announcement by former British Prime Minister Keir Starmer. According to him, the development highlights the importance of accountability and responsibility in public office.

The former Anambra State governor argued that Starmer’s decision to step down amid public dissatisfaction over economic challenges and unmet promises offers valuable lessons for democratic leadership.

Obi recalled that before becoming president, Tinubu had repeatedly urged former President Goodluck Jonathan to resign over issues relating to insecurity and economic hardship.

“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 several promises Tinubu made during the 2023 presidential campaign, particularly those concerning electricity supply, anti-corruption efforts and improved welfare for Nigerians.

“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.

According to Obi, the situation in the country has deteriorated since Tinubu assumed office, with key sectors experiencing setbacks rather than improvements.

“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.

Obi maintained that the current state of affairs requires accountability from the nation’s leadership and urged the president to step down.

“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.

The former presidential candidate further stressed that accountability and responsible leadership remain essential to strengthening democratic institutions and rebuilding public confidence in governance.