Atiku, Suswam Criticize Tinubu’s Government on Second Anniversary As President Bola Ahmed Tinubu marked his second year in office with a speech highlighting economic progress and reform, opposition figures took the opportunity to deliver a sharp rebuke of his administration’s performance. Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar did not mince words, labeling Tinubu’s government as “the most incompetent and anti-people administration in Nigeria’s history.” He argued that the president’s policies have worsened the living conditions of ordinary Nigerians rather than improved them. Similarly, former Benue State Governor Gabriel Suswam criticized the federal government for failing to respond effectively to the widespread suffering across the country. He noted that, despite the promises of reform and growth, many Nigerians continue to face harsh economic realities including inflation, high unemployment, and rising insecurity. “What we are witnessing is not the change Nigerians were promised,” Suswam stated. “People are suffering, and there’s no clear indication that this administration understands or feels the urgency.” The criticisms come amid ongoing debates about the impact of Tinubu’s reform agenda, especially the removal of subsidies and introduction of new tax policies. While the government points to fiscal improvements, critics argue that those gains have come at the expense of the most vulnerable. —According to Dailypostnigeria #Nigeria #Atikuabubakar #GabrielSuswam #TinubuAdministration

May 29: Nigerians Are Suffering, Tinubu Has Fallen Short — Suswam As President Bola Tinubu prepares to mark the second anniversary of his administration, former Governor of Benue State, Gabriel Suswam, has criticized the president's performance, saying the government has failed to alleviate the growing hardship faced by Nigerians. Speaking during an appearance on Politics Today on Channels Television, Suswam expressed concern over the current state of the economy, attributing the suffering of citizens to the policies of the All Progressives Congress (APC)-led federal government. “My assessment of this government, just like that of any average Nigerian, is that they have not done well at all. The indicators are everywhere,” Suswam said. He argued that while some economic reforms may have been necessary, the government failed to implement measures to cushion their impact on the population. “As someone familiar with global economic trends, I believe that when you implement policies that will negatively affect your people—such as subsidy removal, currency devaluation, and increasing the Monetary Policy Rate (MPR)—you must also introduce buffers to ease the burden. Sadly, this administration has not done that,” he added. Suswam further emphasized that Nigeria’s largely import-dependent economy makes it vulnerable to such drastic policy shifts, leaving citizens to bear the brunt of inflation and rising costs. Endorsements Amid Criticism Despite public criticisms, President Tinubu continues to enjoy support from key members of the ruling party. Last Thursday, governors under the Progressive Governors’ Forum (PGF) and the leadership of the National Assembly passed a vote of confidence in the president and endorsed him for a second term. At the APC’s national summit in Abuja, Imo State Governor Hope Uzodimma, who chairs the PGF, said the Forum was satisfied with Tinubu’s performance halfway through his first term under the “Renewed Hope Agenda.” Senate President Godswill Akpabio echoed this sentiment, stating: “If he hadn’t done well, it is the National Assembly that would raise the issue of impeachment. We’re not doing that. In 2023, the road was rough, but by 2027, I see things turning around.” As Nigeria approaches the midpoint of Tinubu’s first term, the contrasting views from opposition leaders and party loyalists continue to define the national conversation. #TinubuAt2 #GabrielSuswam #NigerianPolitics #TinubuAdministration