President Bola Tinubu has accused his opponents in the 2027 presidential election, Atiku Abubakar, Peter Obi and other opposition candidates, of being responsible for poverty and hunger in Nigeria.
Tinubu made the allegation on Saturday at the All Progressives Congress, APC, campaign flag-off in Kaduna State ahead of the 2027 general elections.
“I hear my opponents talking about hunger and poverty. Who created it? They did! To you, the children of our country, it’s a promise of a second term – prosperity; you will not regret it,” the President said.
Tinubu's remarks come amid public concerns over the rising cost of living, food prices and economic hardship following the removal of petrol subsidy and other economic reforms introduced by his administration.
Tinubu has repeatedly defended his policies, arguing that they are necessary to stabilise the economy and deliver long-term prosperity.
However, opposition leaders have criticised the administration over inflation, insecurity and the worsening living conditions of many Nigerians as political parties prepare for the 2027 general elections.
2027: Atiku, Peter Obi, others created poverty, hunger in Nigeria - Tinubu