Former presidential candidate and Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) chieftain, Dr. Gbenga Hashim, has strongly criticized the federal government over what he described as its “shamefully political and dangerously unserious” handling of Nigeria’s worsening insecurity crisis.
In a statement issued over the weekend, Hashim accused the government of prioritizing propaganda and political maneuvering over genuine efforts to protect the lives of citizens.
“This government treats the blood of innocent Nigerians like a campaign statistic,” he lamented.
“Instead of confronting terrorists and bandits, they are busy issuing statements and blaming imaginary enemies. Governance is not propaganda.”
Hashim alleged that the All Progressives Congress (APC) was more focused on “securing PDP governors ahead of 2027” than securing the nation itself. According to him, the ruling party’s actions were “dividing Nigeria along regional lines rather than uniting it.”
The global energy entrepreneur linked the United States’ recent consideration of Nigeria for a religious and security watchlist to the government’s failure to act decisively against terrorism and extremist violence.
“While Nigeria does not have a state policy of genocide or persecution against any group, the levity with which this administration treats terrorist activities should alarm every decent human being, not just Americans,” he said.
Hashim warned that if the current trend continues, terrorist networks could establish parallel governments in parts of northern Nigeria before 2027, with the North Central zone becoming their main battleground.
He also accused the political elite of being blinded by their 2027 ambitions while the country burns.
“Too many politicians are dancing around 2027, ignoring the fire already consuming the nation. If this continues, there may be no context for elections when the time comes,” he cautioned.
Turning to the economy, Hashim faulted President Bola Tinubu’s fiscal policies, especially the “endless imposition of taxes and levies on already suffering citizens,” arguing that such measures were deepening poverty and fueling social unrest.
“When people can’t eat or live in dignity, social violence becomes inevitable,” he said. “You can’t tax hunger out of poverty — you only create more chaos.”
Hashim urged the federal government to reform the nation’s security architecture, address the economic roots of violence, and unite Nigerians around a genuine plan for peace and development.
“We must save Nigeria now. Delay is dangerous. This is no longer about politics — it’s about the survival of our nation,” he concluded.
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