Tinubu at Midterm: Who are the people govt is satisfying? – A rejoinder, by
Engr. Bello Gwarzo Abdullahi, FNSE
In a comprehensive special report penned by Dr. Dele Sobowale and featured in the Vanguard newspaper on the 24th of May 2025, titled “Tinubu at Midterm: Who Are the People Government Is Satisfying?”, a critical examination of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration was meticulously presented. The report highlighted the glaring deficiencies and disappointments in the government’s performance, prompting a call for urgent transformative changes to be implemented in the remaining tenure. Dr. Sobowale initiated the report with a striking revelation, indicating the deployment of a questionnaire to gauge public opinion on the administration’s performance.
The questionnaire, consisting of two pivotal questions, sought to assess the current state of affairs under the Tinubu administration and the prospects for improvement in the near future. This meticulous data collection process involved engaging individuals from diverse backgrounds across all six geopolitical zones of Nigeria. The results of the survey painted a grim picture, with an overwhelming majority expressing dissatisfaction with the current trajectory of the government.
The report delved into various issues plaguing the Tinubu administration, ranging from unfulfilled campaign promises to underperformance in critical sectors such as GDP growth, housing, employment, power supply, crude oil production, and security.
The economic policies implemented by the government were criticized for favouring a select elite at the expense of the majority, leading to heightened economic hardships for middle and lower-income citizens. Despite ambitious pledges of economic growth and job creation, the reality on the ground fell short of expectations, with unemployment rates soaring and key sectors like power generation stagnating.
Moreover, the escalating insecurity in the country underscored the government’s inability to effectively address violent threats, further eroding public trust. The report also highlighted the detrimental impact of political and ethnic considerations in key appointments, emphasizing the need for merit-based leadership to drive effective policy implementation.
In light of these pressing challenges, the report called for a re-evaluation of the government’s strategies, including downsizing the federal structure, reassigning ministerial roles, and assembling a competent team capable of navigating Nigeria out of its socio-economic quagmire. The report’s conclusion echoed the sentiments of a disillusioned populace, urging the government to heed the electorate’s concerns and take decisive actions to avert a looming crisis in the upcoming elections.
As Nigeria stands at a critical juncture, the onus is on President Tinubu and his administration to heed the clarion call for change and steer the nation towards a path of progress and prosperity.
Failure to address the deep-rooted issues outlined in the report could have far-reaching consequences, underscoring the imperative for immediate and substantive reforms to restore public confidence and reinvigorate the country’s prospects for a brighter future.
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