Ex-ACF Spokesman Backs Tinubu's Economic Reforms

Anthony Sani, the former national publicity secretary of the Arewa Consultative Forum, defended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu's economic reforms, stating that the hardship caused by the high cost of living is not exclusive to Northern Nigeria. In a statement issued in Abuja, Sani argued that while the reforms have led to significant hardship, they are necessary to transition Nigeria away from decades of reliance on oil revenues.

He questioned the narrative that economic difficulties are primarily affecting the North and supported the views of Emir of Kano, Muhammadu Sanusi II, on the need for economic restructuring. Sani emphasized that overcoming Nigeria's economic challenges requires difficult decisions that may not yield immediate relief.

He praised Tinubu's courage in implementing these reforms, especially in the absence of viable alternatives from opposition parties. Sani also referenced an assessment from The Economist, suggesting that despite Tinubu's unpopularity due to the high cost of living, political circumstances could still affect his re-election prospects.