2027: Atiku, Obi should desist chaotic campaign promises – Oyintiloye

Former Osun lawmaker, Olatunbosun Oyintiloye, has cautioned presidential candidates of the African Democratic Congress, Atiku Abubakar, and the Nigeria Democratic Congress, Peter Obi, to refrain from making campaign promises that could lead to chaos in the country. Speaking with journalists in Osogbo, Oyintiloye argued that Atiku's and Obi's pledge to restore fuel subsidies was impractical, given the country's economic circumstances. He emphasized that all government levels had already adapted to life without fuel subsidies.

Oyintiloye also questioned the viability of other candidates' promises, such as Peoples Redemption Party (PRP) candidate Donald Duke's plan to cap petrol prices at ₦300 per litre. He urged the opposition to be truthful to Nigerians and avoid deceiving them with unattainable promises. Oyintiloye noted that the removal of fuel subsidies and foreign exchange reforms under President Bola Tinubu's government had necessitated significant fiscal adjustments, which had placed pressure on households and businesses alike.

He further commended state governments for gaining greater financial flexibility and urged opposition candidates to support the Federal Government's efforts to reposition the economy instead of making unfulfillable promises.

The APC chieftain also called on state governors to demonstrate accountability by translating increased revenue into better infrastructure, healthcare, and job creation. He urged the Federal Government to continue its efforts to alleviate the economic burden on vulnerable households, curb inflation, boost employment, and improve purchasing power. Oyintiloye expressed optimism that Nigeria's economic reforms would eventually yield positive results for the country's betterment.