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Published on 2024-02-05 08:25:39
The recent lamentation by Atiku Abubakar and the PDP about the current state of Nigeria has drawn a response from the Presidency. Bayo Onanuga, the special adviser to the president on information and strategy, emphasized that the focus of the Bola Ahmed Tinubu administration is centered on fixing Nigeria and reviving the economy. He stated that these efforts will take time and will not produce miracle results overnight.
Onanuga maintained that in the midst of soaring inflation rates and food insecurity, Nigerians are enjoying the lowest living costs in Africa. This claim comes amid allegations from Atiku Abubakar, who criticized Tinubu’s economic policies, accusing them of dashing hopes, creating pain, and causing despair among Nigerians.
The Presidency had also claimed that the reforms being implemented by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration are aimed at solving Nigeria’s economic and security challenges. It was noted that while these reforms may cause immediate pains, they will ultimately usher in an era of prosperity in the medium and long terms.
This response from the Presidency is part of an ongoing spat between the ruling party and the opposition. Atiku Abubakar has been vocal in criticizing Tinubu’s government since he failed to secure the presidency in the 2023 election. The special adviser to the President asserted that Atiku’s criticisms are part of his new hobby, as opposed to genuine concerns about the economic wellbeing of Nigerians.
The recent exchange of criticisms between the leading political figures has heightened the political tension in Nigeria. It is evident that the political landscape is becoming increasingly charged as the 2023 presidential election approaches.
In a related development, an APC chieftain, Salihu Lukman, recently revealed that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu might be at risk of losing re-election in the 2027 poll. Lukman’s disclosure hints at an impending rebellion among the ranks of the party in the near future. This revelation further underscores the internal dissent and political unrest within the ruling party.
Meanwhile, Peter Obi, the flagbearer of the Labour Party (LP) in the 2023 presidential elections, has criticized President Tinubu for spending public funds on private trips and urged him to consider cost-cutting measures to address the economic challenges facing the nation.
These developments reflect the tumultuous state of Nigerian politics, with political figures engaging in heated exchanges and making bold predictions about the future of the country’s leadership. As the nation navigates through these challenging times, it remains to be seen how these political dynamics will impact the upcoming elections and the overall trajectory of Nigeria’s governance.
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