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Hold Tinubu Responsible for Political Violence – Catholic Priest

A Catholic priest, Rev. Fr. Chinenye John Oluoma, has held President Bola Tinubu responsible for political violence in Nigeria, arguing that the Federal Government bears the primary responsibility for protecting lives and property during political activities.

Oluoma, popularly known as Fada Oluoma, said political violence, including attacks on campaign rallies and mob killings of alleged political opponents, must not be allowed to continue without accountability.

In a statement published on his X account on November 12, 2026, the priest argued that Nigeria’s current security structure places responsibility for national security on the President.

Ejes Gist News reports that Oluoma’s comments followed concerns over disruptions at political campaign rallies and reports of individuals being attacked or killed during political activities.

Catholic Priest Holds Tinubu Responsible for Political Violence

The priest criticised individuals who deliberately disrupt campaign rallies organised by political parties they do not support, describing such actions as dangerous and unnecessary.

He warned that people who accept money from politicians or their associates to interfere with political gatherings expose themselves and others to serious danger.

However, Oluoma maintained that the responsibility for preventing violence does not rest solely on individuals attending political events.

He argued that security agencies must protect political gatherings and intervene when disturbances occur.

“If a party’s campaign rally is disrupted by some rascals and they are not stopped or apprehended by security agents, hold President Tinubu responsible,” he stated.

Priest Condemns Mob Killings at Political Rallies

Oluoma also condemned the killing of individuals by mobs over allegations that they disrupted political campaign activities.

He insisted that anyone involved in such killings must be arrested and prosecuted, warning that the government must be held accountable when perpetrators escape justice.

“If anyone is lynched to death by a mob for allegedly disrupting a campaign rally and the murderers are not apprehended and prosecuted, hold President Tinubu responsible,” he said.

The cleric stressed that the government has a duty to provide adequate security for political rallies, provided organisers comply with the necessary procedures and notify relevant government agencies.

The priest also criticised the denial of public spaces to opposition political parties by incumbent governments.

He argued that political parties should have equal access to public facilities for lawful campaign activities, regardless of their political affiliation.

According to him, government authorities must not only permit political parties to use public spaces but also ensure adequate security during their gatherings.

Oluoma maintained that the protection of political activities is essential to preventing violence and safeguarding democratic participation.

Catholic Priest Says Tinubu Must Take Responsibility for Security

The cleric linked his position to the centralised nature of Nigeria’s security architecture, arguing that the President exercises significant control over the country’s security system.

He maintained that until state police becomes effective, the President must bear responsibility for security failures involving the protection of lives and property.

“Until the State Police becomes effective, everything about security of lives and property is President Tinubu’s responsibility,” Oluoma said.

His statement has placed renewed attention on the responsibility of government authorities to protect political gatherings, prevent mob violence and ensure that perpetrators of politically related attacks face prosecution.