Peter Obi Laments Devastating Road Accidents in Kogi and Enugu, Blames Bad Infrastructure and Insecurity

Obi's statement comes after two separate accidents claimed 19 lives in Kogi on Sunday and 16 lives in Enugu on Tuesday. The Enugu State Police Command and Kogi State Federal Road Service Corps (FRSC) have confirmed the incidents.

Peter Obi, the Labour Party's presidential candidate in the 2023 election, has expressed his condolences and outrage over the tragic loss of 35 lives in road accidents in Kogi and Enugu states. He attributed the devastating incidents to the deplorable state of roads and rampant insecurity under the current administration.

In a series of posts on his official X handle, Obi condemned the prioritization of the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Superhighway project over the repair of internal roads, which he believes would have saved countless lives. He emphasized that the nation's resources should be channeled into addressing pressing needs, such as road maintenance, rather than embarking on grandiose projects.

Obi's statement comes after two separate accidents claimed 19 lives in Kogi on Sunday and 16 lives in Enugu on Tuesday. The Enugu State Police Command and Kogi State Federal Road Service Corps (FRSC) have confirmed the incidents.

While the causes of the accidents are still unknown, Obi suspects that the poor road conditions and pervasive insecurity played a significant role. He extended his condolences to the families of the victims and the governments of Kogi and Enugu states, urging the federal government to reassess its priorities and address the pressing issues of road infrastructure and security.

Obi's criticism of the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Superhighway project has sparked controversy, with the Nigerian government accusing him of inciting ethnic tensions. However, Obi remains resolute in his stance, advocating for a more practical and people-centric approach to governance.

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