Tinubu's Aide Calls Opposition Jobless Amid Trump Praise

On Wednesday, Daniel Bwala, who serves as President Bola Tinubu’s Special Adviser on Policy Communication, described the Nigerian opposition as "jobless" and "lazying about" during his appearance on Channels Television’s Politics Today. His comments were made in response to a letter from former US President Donald Trump, dated July 6, 2026, which praised Tinubu for his decisive leadership in combating terrorism and insecurity, particularly regarding attacks on Christian communities in Nigeria.

Bwala emphasized that Nigerians are interested in understanding the government's progress in areas such as the economy, education, and security. He asserted that the collaboration between Tinubu's administration and the US government marks a significant historical achievement for Nigeria.

Bwala criticized the media for not adequately discussing the positive developments stemming from this collaboration, questioning the fairness to Nigerians who seek to be informed about their country's progress.