Atiku's Adviser Critiques Bwala on Tinubu's Reforms Impact

Paul Ibe, the media adviser to Atiku Abubakar, the presidential candidate of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), criticized Daniel Bwala, Special Adviser to President Bola Tinubu on Policy Communication, for admitting that the economic reforms under Tinubu's administration have pushed more Nigerians into poverty. Ibe stated that Bwala's comments were an indictment of the administration, emphasizing that economic policies should aim to improve the welfare of citizens rather than exacerbate their hardships.

Bwala acknowledged that while more people have fallen into poverty due to the reforms, he claimed there has been "marked progress" since their implementation. Ibe countered that the reforms have led to reduced purchasing power and increased costs of living, urging the government to reassess its policies.

He also highlighted Atiku's proposed alternative approaches to petrol subsidy and electricity pricing, advocating for a production-based subsidy framework to alleviate pressure on households and businesses.