Peter Obi appeals for release of abducted school children, condemns insecurity and attacks on innocence
Former presidential candidate Peter Obi has reacted with concern over the condition of abducted school children, calling for their immediate release.
“Please release these children for the sake of our shared humanity.”
“I am deeply shocked and heartbroken by the condition in which these abducted school children are, as seen from their flagellated bodies. It is a painful reminder of the depth of insecurity in our land.”
Obi further reflected on his long-standing warnings about societal decay, stating:
“I have always made it clear that the society we abuse today will take its revenge on our children tomorrow. When I first began making that statement, some of these children were not even born.”
“It is on the same line that I argue that the loans our leaders take today will hurt our children in the future, as many of them will mature for repayment and consequences long after we are gone.”
“No grievance, no hardship, no justification can ever outweigh the sanctity of a child’s life and innocence. Whatever path has led to this moment, there is still room for remorse, for humanity, and for a change of heart.”
Obi concluded with an appeal:
“I therefore appeal to your sense of mercy: release these children immediately. Let them go. Return them safely to society to reunite with their families.”
