In a powerful and candid statement, Dr. Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, the globally respected economist and Director-General of the World Trade Organization, has taken a bold stand against the dangerous tactics employed by some Nigerian politicians. The Nigerian Stories, via its official X handle, shared her damning critique: “We have politicians who believe that the best way to make their opponents look bad is to instigate insecurity, making it look like they can’t govern, regardless of whether this leads to loss of lives and property of innocent Nigerians. This has to stop.”
Okonjo-Iweala’s words ring with urgency and frustration as she calls out the alarming trend of political sabotage disguised as governance failure. Her statement highlights a disturbing reality: in their quest for power, certain politicians are allegedly willing to orchestrate chaos and endanger the lives of innocent Nigerians, all to undermine their rivals. This strategy not only erodes public trust in leadership but also plunges communities into unnecessary suffering.
The veteran public servant’s condemnation comes at a critical time when the country grapples with escalating security challenges. Okonjo-Iweala’s call to action serves as a stark reminder that the consequences of such political gamesmanship are far too grave to ignore. It is a clarion call for an end to the reckless politicking that places personal ambition above the safety and well-being of the nation.
Her message resounds across the political landscape, urging leaders to prioritize the lives of their constituents over their own political aspirations. In a time when Nigeria’s unity and security are paramount, Okonjo-Iweala’s statement is a powerful appeal for integrity, accountability, and genuine
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