ADC-PCC Accuses Tinubu of Failing Electricity Promise

The African Democratic Congress Presidential Campaign Council (ADC-PCC) has accused President Bola Tinubu of not fulfilling his 2023 electricity campaign promise. The ADC-PCC dismissed attempts by the All Progressives Congress (APC) to clarify Tinubu's earlier pledge, which stated that Nigerians should not re-elect him if he failed to provide electricity during his first term.

Kola Ologbondiyan, the ADC-PCC's Director of Media and Publicity, emphasized that Tinubu's declaration was clear and required no further interpretation. The council criticized the administration for increasing electricity tariffs and failing to eliminate estimated billing, which has financially burdened households and businesses.

They noted that some hospitality businesses have resorted to rationing electricity. The ADC-PCC also pointed out that persistent outages and national grid collapses remain significant challenges.

They questioned the effectiveness of the Presidential Metering Initiative and argued that the APC's reliance on the Electricity Act and bond programs did not address whether Nigerians enjoy affordable and reliable electricity.