Peter Obi On Sambisa Forest: Only Banditry And Kidnapping Emerge From Its Assets

Peter Obi On Sambisa Forest: Only Banditry And Kidnapping Emerge From Its Assets

Former Labour Party presidential candidate Peter Obi has criticized the misuse of Sambisa Forest in Borno State, stating that it has become a center for banditry and kidnapping instead of harnessing its agricultural potential. Obi highlighted that both Niger State and Sambisa Forest possess enough arable land to feed Nigeria and even Africa. He lamented that the failure to utilize these vast lands has contributed to the country’s food crisis…….. CONTINUE READING 

In an interview with Why Not Afrika, Obi explained that if Nigeria had effectively cultivated its extensive arable land, it would not be ranked among the hungriest nations globally. He emphasized that Nigeria’s large uncultivated lands contrast sharply with countries that manage similar resources more effectively.

Obi compared Nigeria’s situation to that of the Democratic Republic of Congo, which, despite its rich mineral resources, faces widespread hunger. He argued that Africa, rich in resources, still struggles with food insecurity.

“With 76,300 square kilometers of arable land in Niger State and 60,000 square kilometers in Sambisa Forest, Nigeria has the potential to address its food needs and contribute to Africa’s food supply,” Obi said. “Instead, these resources are being exploited for banditry and kidnapping. Our goal should be to transform these assets from mere consumption to productive use.

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