Former Minister of Transportation and presidential aspirant, Chibuike Rotimi Amaechi, has strongly criticised the administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, accusing it of failing in its core responsibility to protect Nigerians.
Amaechi’s reaction follows the recent bombing incident in Maiduguri, Borno State, which left several victims dead and others injured.
In a statement issued on Tuesday, the former Rivers State governor commiserated with families of those affected, describing the attack as a tragic reminder of the country’s worsening insecurity.
“This government is killing Nigerians. I repeat, President Tinubu’s government is killing Nigerians, literally destroying lives,” Amaechi said.
He accused the government of incompetence and complacency, stating that it has failed in its “most sacred duty” of safeguarding lives and property.
According to him, Nigerians continue to live in fear while those in power fail to take decisive action against insecurity.
Amaechi further criticised what he described as the government’s lack of urgency, alleging that authorities issue “hollow statements and empty promises” after such incidents without implementing lasting solutions.
“The Monday bombings in Maiduguri is not just a tragedy, it is a damning indictment of a leadership that has grown complacent, incompetent, and indifferent to the sufferings of Nigerians,” he added.
The former minister also called on President Tinubu to resign, insisting that the administration has “woefully failed” in its responsibility to protect citizens.
He urged the government to take decisive action against insecurity, stressing that Nigerians deserve safety, peace, and dignity.
Amaechi concluded by expressing solidarity with the people of Borno State and the victims’ families, warning that citizens will not remain silent in the face of continued insecurity and what he described as failed leadership.