The Digest:
The Presidency has fired back at former President Obasanjo, asserting that terrorism first took root during his administration. According to official communications, the rebuttal explores the complex legacy of Nigeria's security challenges, engaging a tense national conversation about leadership and responsibility while questioning the former leader's moral authority to critique current efforts.
Key Points:
- The Presidency has responded strongly to Obasanjo's criticism of Tinubu's security approach.
- Special Adviser Sunday Dare stated that terrorism first emerged during Obasanjo's tenure.
- Obasanjo was accused of "incubating" early extremist cells that later evolved into Boko Haram.
- The Presidency rejected Obasanjo's suggestion to seek foreign security assistance.
- Calling for foreign intervention was described as "capitulation," not statesmanship.
- Nigeria currently faces multiple terrorist groups with international and local affiliations.
- Public reaction to the statement has been sharply divided on social media platforms.
Sources: The Nation, Vanguard
