Peter Obi criticizes President Tinubu’s economic policies, sarcastically stating he has fulfilled his promise to continue Buhari’s legacy. He highlights inflation, naira depreciation, and rising costs, comparing Nigeria’s decline to Indonesia’s progress. Obi calls for competence in governance and urgent investment in education, healthcare, and industrial development.
Former Labour Party presidential candidate Peter Obi has taken a dig at President Bola Tinubu’s economic policies, sarcastically stating that he is "delivering on his promise" to continue where former President Muhammadu Buhari left off.
Speaking during a visit to Bauchi State Governor Bala Mohammed, Obi lamented the worsening economic conditions under Tinubu’s leadership. He pointed out the rapid depreciation of the naira, skyrocketing food prices, and the surge in fuel costs, suggesting that Nigerians are experiencing the consequences of the administration’s policies firsthand.
Obi contrasted Nigeria’s economic struggles with Indonesia’s progress over the past decade, highlighting how the Asian nation expanded its GDP and improved citizens’ income while Nigeria’s economy shrank. He emphasized the need for Nigeria to prioritize competence over ethnic and religious sentiments in governance.
The former Anambra governor also stressed the importance of investing in education, healthcare, and industrial development to restore the country’s economic stability. His meeting with Governor Mohammed, he explained, was part of ongoing discussions on tackling Nigeria’s economic challenges.
