Barau Addresses Osinbajo's Concerns on Governance

During a public lecture titled “Democracy and Development: Rethinking the Leadership Question” in Yola, Adamawa State, Barau, the Deputy President of the Senate, addressed concerns raised by former Vice-President Osinbajo regarding democratic governance in Africa. Osinbajo, who served under former President Muhammadu Buhari from 2015 to 2023, highlighted findings from Afrobarometer surveys that indicated widespread dissatisfaction with democratic institutions, economic hardship, and declining youth participation in politics.

He noted that while 64 percent of Africans preferred democracy, only 38 percent were satisfied with its functioning. Osinbajo also pointed out that 59 percent of Africans viewed their economies negatively.

In response, Barau acknowledged the validity of Osinbajo's concerns but stressed that the government was actively working to improve communication with citizens and address identified challenges in education, infrastructure, and economic development.