
Donald Duke says failed leadership fuels Nigeria’s insecurity
Donald Duke, former Cross River State Governor and presidential candidate of the Peoples Redemption Party, has blamed Nigeria’s worsening insecurity on years of failed leadership. He highlighted the staggering ransom payments to kidnappers and described how criminal groups have grown in power. Donald Duke pledged to champion ordinary Nigerians and restore security. The PRP’s National Chairman, Dr Hakeem Baba-Ahmed, endorsed Duke as the party’s best choice to lead Nigeria out of its current challenges.
Key takeaways
- Donald Duke cited a report stating approximately N2tn was paid as ransom to kidnappers in 2025.
- He accused self-serving politicians of deepening poverty and insecurity across Nigeria.
- Duke promised to pursue policies that would improve security and living conditions for ordinary citizens.
- The PRP’s National Chairman, Dr Hakeem Baba-Ahmed, described Duke as the party’s best hope for national revival.
- The PRP is fielding hundreds of candidates committed to selfless service and reversing the effects of poor leadership.