Duke Critiques Tinubu's Economic Policies for Nigeria

Donald Duke, the former governor of Cross River State and presidential candidate of the Peoples Redemption Party (PRP), stated that Nigeria's economy will not benefit from the continuation of President Bola Tinubu's economic policies. He emphasized the need for imaginative and strategically designed policies to drive economic growth, develop natural resources, and alleviate poverty.

Duke argued for a fundamental shift in Nigeria's economic model, focusing on converting natural and human resources into productive assets. He criticized the current administration's approach, stating that the measurement of economic wellbeing should not rely on government revenue or foreign reserves but rather on employment indices and income per capita.

Duke's remarks come as the economy becomes a central issue in the 2027 presidential campaign, with opposition candidates like Atiku Abubakar and Peter Obi also criticizing the government's economic direction. He urged Nigerians to demand informed policies that lead to tangible improvements in their lives.