Obi’s camp cites Tinubu’s failures: economy, naira, security ahead of 2027 poll

The media office of Peter Obi’s Nigeria Democratic Congress released a statement on Sunday listing what it described as failures of President Bola Tinubu’s administration. It centred on the rising cost of living, linking petrol subsidy removal and other economic reforms to higher transportation costs, food prices, and medicine costs. It also cited naira depreciation increasing the cost of imported goods, medicines, machinery, and industrial inputs, with businesses passing those costs to consumers.

These claims matter because they reflect everyday economic pressures many Nigerians feel—higher fuel and food costs, weaker purchasing power, and concerns about security and trust in government. As the 2027 election approaches, such critiques shape public debate and voter perceptions of Tinubu’s performance ahead of the next campaign.

Readers should consider these points when evaluating the administration’s record, cross‑check the claims with independent economic data, and think about how current policies affect household budgets and voting decisions. Staying informed through multiple sources will help navigate the intensifying political discourse.

SOURCE: https://dailypost.ng/2026/09/14/2027-peter-obis-camp-lists-tinubu-govts-failures/