2027 Election: “Nigerians Hungry, Not Happy,” Fayemi Blasts Tinubu, Video Trends
- Ex-Ekiti governor, Kayode Fayemi, has faulted President Tinubu's government over the current economic hardship Nigerians are experiencing
- In a trending video, Fayemi explained how hunger and lack of money are fuelling widespread dissatisfaction among Nigerians against Tinubu's administration
- Fayemi mentioned the implications of Tinubu's failure to address the plight of the people ahead of the 2027 elections
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Former Ekiti state governor, Kayode Fayemi, has criticised President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration.
In a trending video, Fayemi, a chieftain of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), stated that many Nigerians are suffering and are unlikely to support Tinubu's government in the next general election.
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Nigerians are not happy - Fayemi
In the clip, Fayemi, speaking in the Yoruba language, lamented the level of hunger and financial hardship in the country.
As reported by The Guardian, he pointed to the deteriorating infrastructure and what he described as federal neglect of key development efforts.
“Except we are deceiving ourselves, Nigerians are not happy with the Federal Government because of hunger and lack of money,” he said.
Fayemi blasts Tinubu’s govt over bad roads in Ekiti state
Highlighting the poor condition of federal roads in Ekiti state, Fayemi criticised the federal government’s refusal to refund the N18–20 billion spent by his administration on the Ado-Iyin road project.
He noted that the funds could have been reinvested in other road projects if reimbursed.
“The Federal Government said they didn’t send us to do the road, so no refund was made,” he added. “If they had refunded the money, wouldn’t the governor have used it to do phase two of the road?”
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Fayemi’s comments were made during a public function where the Speaker of the Ekiti State House of Assembly, Adeoye Aribasoye, and lawmaker Tope Longe were present.
While acknowledging the necessity of reforms like fuel subsidy removal, he criticised their “precipitate” implementation without adequate cushioning measures for citizens facing rising living costs and inflation.
He also pointed out alarming delays in releasing funds to federal ministries and agencies, stressing that good intentions alone are insufficient for effective governance.
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Tinubu lays foundation for resilient economy - APC Member
Meanwhile, contrary to Fayemi's standpoint, an All Progressives Congress (APC) member, Obidike Chukwuebuka, has said that President Tinubu’s administration has laid the groundwork for a more resilient and diversified Nigerian economy, despite ongoing challenges.
In an exclusive chat with Legit.ng, Obidike noted that the president’s economic policies reflect a strong commitment to long-term national stability and growth. According to him, Tinubu's approach to governance is underpinned by strategic reforms aimed at reducing the country’s dependence on oil revenue, while boosting sectors such as agriculture, manufacturing, and digital innovation.
"While challenges persist, President Tinubu's administration has laid the groundwork for a more resilient and diversified economy," he told Legit.ng.
"His commitment to social welfare and infrastructure development is evident in the policies implemented so far."
President Tinubu, who took office in May 2023, has faced widespread criticism over economic hardships following fuel subsidy removal and currency reforms. However, his allies argue that the reforms are necessary to reposition the economy for long-term recovery.
Obidike urged Nigerians to remain patient and supportive, adding that the reforms require time to yield results but would ultimately improve the country’s economic trajectory.
Fayose storms APC rally with PDP-branded cap
Meanwhile, Legit.ng reported that former Ekiti state governor Ayodele Fayose endorsed Tinubu for a second term in office.
Fayose had stormed the APC rally with his branded PDP cap, adding that he remained a member of the PDP and would not dump the party for the APC.
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2027: Ex-Ekiti deputy gov backs Tinubu's re-election
Earlier, Legit.ng reported that Biodun Olujimi, a former deputy governor of Ekiti, declared her support for President Tinubu's second term.
In a trending interview, Olujimi revealed the reason for endorsing Tinubu for president ahead of the 2027 election and also opened up on her current relationship with her rival, Ayo Fayose.
The former senator who dumped the Peoples Democratic Party for the ruling APC in Ekiti state revealed her major goal.
Legit.ng's head of politics and current affairs desk, Nurudeen Lawal, contributed the APC member Obidike Chukwuebuka's reaction to this report.
Source: Legit.ng
