APM's Rotimi Babajide Critiques Fuel Subsidy Impact

Rotimi Babajide, the governorship candidate of the Allied Peoples Movement (APM) in Ogun State, criticized the Federal Government's removal of fuel subsidies, stating that Nigerians are yet to see tangible benefits from the policy despite petrol prices soaring to between N1,400 and N1,500 per litre. Speaking in Abeokuta, he expressed that citizens are not experiencing improvements in their living conditions.

Babajide also condemned a governor's derogatory remark regarding the subsidy issue, asserting that such language is inappropriate for public officials. He announced plans to declare a state of emergency in Ogun State's education sector if elected in the 2027 general elections, aiming to address the decline in the education system.

He emphasized the need for urgent government intervention and the use of digital tools to enhance teaching and learning. Babajide mentioned ongoing discussions with former Ogun governors Otunba Gbenga Daniel and Ibikunle Amosun to leverage their experience for his administration.