Nigerians want to know how you'll address problems, not assurances - Atiku's aide to Tinubu

Paul Ibe, the media aide to former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, has criticized President Bola Tinubu for his assertion that he is "comfortable" and lacks understanding of Nigerian citizens' struggles in markets. This criticism came after Tinubu made the remarks at an All Progressives Congress (APC) rally in Uyo, Akwa Ibom State.

Tinubu stated, "I’m a comfortable man. I don’t know the pain of the market." Ibe likened Tinubu to a pilot during turbulence, arguing that Nigerians require actionable solutions rather than assurances of comfort. He wrote, "When a plane hits turbulence, passengers don’t need to hear how comfortable the pilot is. They need to know what he’s doing to get them safely to the ground.

Now imagine that President Bola Tinubu is that pilot." Ibe emphasized that market women, who are grappling with rising prices, need clear measures to alleviate the cost of living and an indication of when they will start experiencing relief. He urged that leadership during challenging times demands transparent communication about the steps being taken to tackle the nation's problems.

Ibe also pointed out videos of Tinubu making comments about his own movements and speech during political events in Uyo and Port Harcourt, drawing attention to the discrepancy between his words and actions. He concluded his post with a warning, stating that if Tinubu and his administration fail to address the economic challenges, the Nigerian economy could face further difficulties, likening the outcome to a plane crash.