The media office of the Nigeria Democratic Congress, NDC, presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has launched a fresh attack on the administration of President Bola Tinubu, accusing the government of worsening economic hardship and failing to meet the expectations of Nigerians.
The criticism was contained in a statement issued on Sunday by the media office and signed by its spokesman, Idris Zekeri Jnr, as political activities intensify ahead of the 2027 presidential election.
The team identified what it described as major areas of failure under the Tinubu administration, placing the rising cost of living at the centre of its concerns.
According to the statement, the removal of the petrol subsidy and other economic reforms introduced by the Federal Government have placed significant pressure on households, with increased transportation costs contributing to the rising prices of food and other essential commodities.
The media office also criticised the depreciation of the naira, arguing that the weaker currency had increased the cost of imported goods, medicines, machinery and industrial inputs.
It said businesses that rely heavily on imported materials were now operating under increased costs, with many of these expenses eventually transferred to consumers through higher prices.
The statement listed the alleged failures of the administration as rising cost of living, naira depreciation, inflation and declining purchasing power, insecurity, transparency and public trust, economic policies, and the gap between government promises and the experiences of ordinary Nigerians.
The media office argued that the impact of inflation had continued to erode the purchasing power of Nigerians, making it increasingly difficult for families to meet basic needs.
It also raised concerns over the security situation in the country, while questioning the level of transparency and public trust in the administration.
On economic policies, the Obi media team maintained that government reforms should be assessed based on their impact on ordinary Nigerians and businesses rather than solely on economic indicators.
The statement further criticised what it described as a disconnect between government promises and the realities being experienced by citizens across the country.
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The latest criticism comes as Obi prepares to contest the 2027 presidential election on the platform of the NDC, with the opposition seeking to challenge the ruling All Progressives Congress, APC, at the polls.
The former Anambra State governor has consistently campaigned on the need for economic restructuring, improved security, increased productivity and better management of public resources.
The Tinubu administration, however, has maintained that its economic reforms are necessary to reposition the Nigerian economy, attract investment and place the country on a more sustainable growth path.
With the 2027 elections approaching, economic performance, inflation, security and the living conditions of Nigerians are expected to remain major issues in the political campaigns of the ruling party and opposition groups.
