Key Points
- Fayose urges Tinubu to step down now for the nation’s sake. He says younger leaders can fix security and the economy.
- He blamed the government for failing to protect schools and soldiers. He mentioned the Kebbi school abduction and recent soldier deaths.
- The call follows a viral video where Fayose addressed the president directly. The businessman urged urgent leadership change to end constant hardship.
Isaac Fayose (Isaac Fayose) told President Bola Tinubu to resign immediately in a viral video shared online. He called the nation a failed state and said he could not understand the president’s comfort amid mass kidnappings and killings.
Fayose criticised the recent abduction of 25 schoolgirls in Kebbi state and the killing of the school vice principal and linked the attacks to wider state failure.
He also warned that continued soldier deaths show the current security approach is not working and must change now Tinubu orders rescue operation.
Why Fayose wants Tinubu to step down
Fayose said poverty and hardship are now visible across many Nigerian towns and cities. He argued younger leaders can bring fresh energy and practical fixes to security and the economy.
He singled out the Kebbi school attack as evidence of severe failure by security agencies and political leaders. Fayose said silence and small statements are not enough for grieving families and communities.
Government response and ongoing rescue work
The presidency and security agencies have said they are working to rescue the abducted students and pursue the attackers. Officials also report ongoing search operations and military support for local teams.
Several civil society voices and other public figures have echoed calls for clearer answers and faster action from Abuja. For more on national security coverage see this update on military and rescue efforts. national security rescue updates
Fayose asked President Tinubu to “relax” and allow younger leaders to take over and attempt repairs. He also expressed worry about the human cost borne by soldiers and by families of victims.
The businessman’s message has sparked debate online with supporters praising the frank call for change. Others say leadership change must follow legal and constitutional steps and stress the need for calm public debate.
What happens next
Security agencies say they will intensify search and rescue work and report regularly to the public. Political critics promise to use peaceful channels to press for reform and clearer accountability
