Spokesman to former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, Phrank Shaibu, has pushed back against remarks by Aviation Minister Festus Keyamo, who said President Bola Ahmed Tinubu remains ahead of opposition rivals as the 2027 elections approach.
Keyamo, in a post on his verified X account on Sunday,
praised Tinubu’s political journey, noting that he rose from the depths of
opposition politics to become Nigeria’s president.
Reacting via his handle, @phrankangel, Shaibu dismissed the
argument, saying past political achievements cannot replace effective
governance.
He argued that performance in office—not political
history—should be the true measure of leadership.
Shaibu maintained that claims of Tinubu’s political
“invincibility” reflect a weak narrative, stressing that Nigerians are more
concerned about worsening economic conditions and insecurity than past
political victories. According to him, citizens are grappling with rising
hunger, a high cost of living, and persistent safety challenges.
He added that being “ahead” politically should translate
into improved living standards, not just strategic rhetoric.
Instead, he said, current realities point to a government
struggling to address pressing national issues.
In a follow-up post, Shaibu intensified his criticism,
stating that political strategy holds little value if it fails to improve
livelihoods, ensure security, or restore dignity to ordinary Nigerians. He
concluded that no level of messaging can obscure the hardship many citizens
continue to face.
“Today, Nigerians are not impressed by recycled opposition
tactics dressed up as brilliance; they are confronted daily by empty pockets,
unsafe communities, and a government that appears disconnected from their pain.
“No amount of propaganda can mask a reality that is this
loud,” he said.
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