Former Labour Party spokesperson and Nollywood veteran, Kenneth Okonkwo, has launched a scathing criticism against President Bola Tinubu's administration, stating that Nigerians in Benue, Plateau, and other states are dying because the President has failed to protect them.

Speaking during an interview with News Central TV, Okonkwo condemned those praising the current administration, suggesting they are doing so "on the blood and graves of people massacred in Benue State."

Security Failures and Economic Hardship

"There is no way anybody will be praising this government and not appearing like a fool," Okonkwo stated firmly. He highlighted the immediate economic challenges that followed Tinubu's inauguration, including the removal of fuel subsidy which saw fuel prices jump from ₦195 to ₦617, and the floating of the naira leading to significant currency depreciation.

The former Labour Party spokesperson particularly emphasized the security situation in Benue State, noting: "Benue State is an APC state that is governed by a Reverend Father, so spiritually you will say a Rev father is in charge, politically you will say that they are members of Tinubu's political party, yet they are dying everyday from terrorists, killer herders and no end in sight or solution."

Widespread Violence Across Nigeria

Okonkwo extended his criticism to the security situation across multiple regions, mentioning Plateau State, the Northwest, and Southwest, where kidnappings and killings continue unabated. He accused the administration of failing to act on security reports that could prevent attacks on citizens.

"Security is the basic necessity that each government owes its citizens and this government has failed," he concluded, rejecting calls for patience from the administration as Nigerians continue to suffer from hunger and insecurity halfway through Tinubu's term.

The criticism comes amid ongoing reports of violence in Benue and Plateau states, where communities have faced repeated attacks from armed groups, resulting in numerous casualties and displacements.