The 2023 presidential candidate of the Labour Party (LP), Mr. Peter Obi, has emphasized that Nigeria’s journey toward healing and national progress can only begin when character, truth, and responsibility are restored to governance.
In a statement titled “Raising Drug Concern in Our Society” shared on his verified X handle on Tuesday, Obi expressed deep concern over the alarming spread of drug abuse and the reported infiltration of Nigeria’s courier and delivery services sector by drug traffickers. He described the development as a reflection of institutional decay and moral decline.
“The recent revelation that drug traffickers have infiltrated Nigeria’s courier and delivery services sector is worrisome and another sad reminder of how deep our national decay has become. When criminal networks can now use logistics companies to distribute narcotics across the country, it shows how weak our institutions and relevant monitoring systems are,” Obi wrote.
He noted that the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has repeatedly raised alarms about the growing trend, which he attributed to poor oversight and corruption that undermine enforcement efforts. According to him, the nation’s inability to curb the spread of illicit substances highlights the urgent need for stronger institutional frameworks.
“Drug trafficking remains a big danger to society and a serious international offence that cannot be overlooked. It destroys families, fuels crime, and corrodes the conscience of a nation,” he said.
The former governor of Anambra State warned that a country already facing severe challenges such as insecurity, unemployment, and hunger cannot afford to normalize drug use or tolerate criminal infiltration of key sectors. He called for greater accountability among leaders and stronger action from institutions to restore law and order.
“Nigeria needs stronger oversight and must rise above this dangerous decline. We must rebuild a system where laws are sacred, leaders are accountable, and no one is above justice. Nigeria will only heal when character, truth, and responsibility return to governance. A New Nigeria is POssible,” Obi stated.
What You Should Know
Peter Obi, the 2023 Labour Party presidential candidate and former Anambra governor, has consistently championed transparency, integrity, and good governance.
His latest remarks highlight his concern over Nigeria’s growing drug crisis and the institutional weaknesses enabling it.
Obi’s call for reform reflects his long-standing advocacy for leadership accountability and societal renewal, reinforcing his vision for a “New Nigeria” built on character and responsibility.
