2027: Peter Obi’s camp lists Tinubu govt’s failures

The media office of Peter Obi's presidential campaign has launched a scathing critique of President Bola Tinubu's administration as the 2027 election approaches. In a statement issued by spokesman Idris Zekeri Jnr, the team outlined several key areas where they claim Tinubu's government has fallen short. At the heart of their criticism is the soaring cost of living, which they attribute to the removal of the petrol subsidy and a series of economic reforms.

These measures, according to the statement, have inflicted a heavy financial strain on households, driving up the prices of fuel, food, and essential goods. The team also highlighted the weakening naira, which has exacerbated the problem by making imported products, medicines, machinery, and industrial supplies more expensive. This currency depreciation, they argue, has forced businesses reliant on imports to bear the brunt of increased costs, which are often passed along to consumers.

Other alleged failures cited by Obi's camp include the administration's poor handling of security issues, a lack of transparency and public trust, and economic policies that have failed to deliver on promises. The statement concludes by emphasizing that ordinary Nigerians have been left to bear the brunt of these shortcomings, painting a picture of widespread discontent ahead of the 2027 presidential contest.