In a post shared on his X account, Obi referred to circulating images showing the children with injuries, describing them as “flagellated bodies.” “Please release these children for the sake of our shared humanity,” he urged, emphasizing the need for compassion and moral responsibility.
Obi framed the abduction as a stark reminder of Nigeria’s escalating insecurity, warning that neglect of governance and societal responsibility today could have long-term consequences for future generations. “I have always made it clear that the society we abuse today will take its revenge on our children tomorrow,” he wrote.
He also drew parallels between the current crisis and his past warnings about public debt, noting that burdens imposed today by government mismanagement can affect the children of tomorrow.
“To those holding these children, I make a direct appeal to your conscience,” Obi said. “Remember that these are innocent children, sons and daughters of people who have placed their hopes, dreams, and entire future in them. No grievance, no hardship, no justification can ever outweigh the sanctity of a child’s life and innocence.”
Obi concluded his statement by appealing to the abductors’ sense of humanity and mercy, calling for the children to be released and safely reunited with their families.
The full statement read:
*"Please release these children for the sake of our shared humanity. I am deeply shocked and heartbroken by the condition in which these abducted school children are, as seen from their flagellated bodies. It is a painful reminder of the depth of insecurity in our land.
I have always made it clear that the society we abuse today will take its revenge on our children tomorrow. When I first began making that statement, some of these children were not even born. This is a classic example of how the abuse of governance and society today can produce devastating consequences long after the abusers are gone.
It is on the same line that I argue that the loans our leaders take today will hurt our children in the future, as many of them will mature for repayment and consequences long after we are gone.
To those holding these children, I make a direct appeal to your conscience. Remember that these are innocent children – sons and daughters of people who have placed their hopes, dreams, and entire future in them. In every one of them, you will find reflections of your own children, your own family, and your own humanity.
No grievance, no hardship, no justification can ever outweigh the sanctity of a child’s life and innocence. Whatever path has led to this moment, there is still room for remorse, for humanity, and for a change of heart.
I therefore appeal to your sense of mercy: release these children immediately. Let them go. Return them safely to society to reunite with their families."*
Obi’s statement adds to mounting national concern over the security situation, highlighting the urgent need for decisive action to protect vulnerable communities, particularly children.
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