PDP’s Demola Olarewaju Blasts Tinubu Over “False” Revenue & Naira Claims

Demola Olarewaju, the Special Assistant on Digital Media and Strategy to PDP presidential candidate Atiku Abubakar, has strongly criticized President Bola Tinubu’s recent economic claims.

In a statement shared on his official X handle, Olarewaju dismissed Tinubu’s declaration that his administration met the 2025 revenue target and that the Naira had appreciated from ₦1,950 to ₦1,450 per dollar.

“Bola Tinubu and his APC gang want to shamelessly propagate untruths, half-truths and blatant falsehoods as a precursor to rigging the next elections, but Nigerians will reject and resist them,” Olarewaju wrote.

He further compared the situation to U.S. politics, stating that even Donald Trump “can do his worst”, but economic realities cannot be hidden.

Olarewaju warned that such false narratives damage the credibility of the Presidency and erode public trust. He accused the APC of manipulating public perception ahead of the 2025 general elections, while ordinary Nigerians continue to face inflation, rising prices, and currency instability.

According to him, citizens are fully aware of the economic hardships, and no amount of political spin can erase their daily struggles.

"WITHOUT ME, TRUMP WOULD HAVE LOST THE ELECTION"- ELON MUSK

According to vanguard newspaper, in a striking statement that further deepens the ongoing rift between two of America’s most high-profile figures, Elon Musk claimed on Thursday that former President Donald Trump would not have won the U.S. presidential election without his influence. The remark, made on Musk’s social media platform X (formerly Twitter), has reignited speculation about the nature and extent of the billionaire entrepreneur’s political involvement in recent years.



“Without me, Trump would have lost the election,” Musk wrote in a brief but pointed post. “Such ingratitude.” The Tesla and SpaceX CEO did not provide specifics about which election he was referring to, nor did he elaborate on the kind of support he believes he extended to the former president. Nonetheless, the post immediately drew widespread attention, generating reactions across the political spectrum and among Musk’s vast online following.

The statement follows a history of shifting dynamics between Musk and Trump. Although Musk was never officially part of Trump’s administration, he served on several advisory councils during the early part of Trump’s presidency before stepping down in protest of the U.S. withdrawal from the Paris Climate Accord. In recent years, Musk has occasionally expressed views that align with conservative or libertarian positions, particularly around free speech and regulation, especially after acquiring X in 2022 and rebranding the platform to emphasize open dialogue.

However, the relationship between the two has been anything but consistent. While Trump has praised Musk’s business acumen in the past, he has also criticized him publicly. Musk, on his part, has oscillated between mild support and stark criticism of Trump, especially in the context of U.S. politics and election integrity. Thursday’s post is the most direct assertion yet by Musk that he played a decisive role in Trump’s political fortunes — a claim that could raise eyebrows among political analysts and historians alike.

Political commentators have been quick to dissect Musk’s claim, with some suggesting it might refer to indirect influence, such as shaping public opinion on social media or encouraging voter turnout among specific demographics. Musk's platform, X, has played a major role in political discourse in recent years, with its algorithm and policies influencing the visibility and reach of political messages. Some observers argue that changes Musk implemented after acquiring the platform may have benefited conservative voices, but concrete evidence linking those changes to electoral outcomes remains a matter of debate.


The former president has yet to respond to Musk’s comment as of Thursday evening. However, the latest statement from Musk adds a new chapter to their complex rapport and could impact Trump’s efforts to consolidate support ahead of upcoming elections. If Musk continues to assert political influence, it may also shape future interactions between major tech leaders and political figures, particularly at a time when the role of digital platforms in democracy is under intense scrutiny.

As the fallout from Musk’s remark unfolds, many will be watching to see whether it leads to a broader discussion about the intersection of wealth, technology, and political power. While some view Musk as a champion of innovation and free speech, others remain wary of the growing influence tech billionaires exert over democratic institutions. Whatever the case, his claim on Thursday is a reminder of how personal dynamics and public platforms can intertwine to create moments of political drama that capture the nation’s attention.