In a political culture where loyalty often feels immovable, Jesutega Onokpasa’s public reversal of President Tinubu’s leadership offers a rare glimpse into the tension between allegiance and lived experience. As Nigerians face daily economic hardship, even long-time defenders are being tested, and new questions about accountability are emerging.
- Nearly two years after fiercely defending Tinubu on Arise TV, APC chieftain Jesutega Onokpasa now calls the administration a "failure."
- Onokpasa had previously clashed with journalist Rufai Oseni, dismissing concerns about subsidy removal and economic hardship.
- In a new interview, Onokpasa declared he would not back Tinubu’s 2027 bid unless significant governance improvements occur, especially around inflation and food security.
- His reversal highlights the growing strain between political loyalty and everyday realities for ordinary Nigerians.
- For many, it reflects broader frustrations — a reminder that leadership is ultimately measured by lived experience, not party allegiance.
