{
  "id": 12969576,
  "title": "‘Tinubu Will Do Anything To Win This Election’, Nigerians React To FG’s Fresh Moves",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/08/tinubu-will-do-anything-to-win-this-election-nigerians-react-to-fgs",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-10-08T20:54:28.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Daily Trust",
    "slug": "daily-trust",
    "url": "https://dailytrust.com/tinubu-will-do-anything-to-win-this-election-nigerians-react-to-fgs-fresh-moves/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Recent comments from Nigerians reveal skepticism about President Bola Tinubu's intentions behind the Federal Government's announcement of a 30-day petrol discount. The move has been viewed by some as an effort to gain public support ahead of the 2027 general election. The announcement was made by the Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Taiwo Oyedele, who prioritized public transport operators for the discount. This comes more than three years after Tinubu initially removed petrol subsidy, sparking questions about the government's motives for reintroducing relief.\n\nPolitical commentator Ugo Egbujo suggested that Tinubu would do anything to win the election, including temporarily returning fuel subsidies and even unfriending political opponents. The timing and duration of the intervention also raised concerns, with some questioning why the government waited over 40 months to implement the measure. A Hausa expression was used to convey the sentiment that the relief came too late, implying that it might not be beneficial.\n\nThe announcement of the petrol discount has not convinced all Nigerians that the intervention will provide lasting relief. Many preferred a government committed to a permanent solution rather than a temporary concession. Abdulrahman Abba Saleh expressed a preference for a long-term solution, while Ovie Ezimeruwe questioned the sustainability of the arrangement and its impact beyond the initial 30 days.\n\nThe debate over the government's response to economic realities versus electoral considerations has been reignited. Tinubu's May 29, 2023, inauguration marked the removal of petrol subsidy, leading to sharp increases in petrol prices and transportation fares. The administration had defended the policy as necessary to reduce financial burdens and redirect resources towards development. However, the immediate consequences have fueled public dissatisfaction, with higher transport and production costs affecting food and essential goods prices. The latest intervention has reopened discussions on whether the government is addressing economic realities or responding to mounting public discontent ahead of the 2027 polls.",
  "summary": "Nigerians have questioned President Bola Tinubu’s motives following the Federal Government’s announcement of a 30-day petrol discount at Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) filling stations. Some described the move as an attempt to win public support ahead of the 2027 general election. The reactions followed Thursday’s announcement by the Minister of Finance and Coordinating […]",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}