Peter Obi Critiques Tinubu Over Rising Poverty Levels

Peter Obi, the presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), criticized President Bola Tinubu for the increasing poverty in Nigeria, stating that Tinubu is the president who has produced the highest number of poor people in the country's history. Obi questioned the effectiveness of the billions of naira borrowed by the Tinubu administration, asking what benefits Nigerians have received from these loans.

His remarks were made during the NDC inauguration on Monday night, where he also criticized Tinubu's recent presidential campaign rally in Kaduna State. Obi accused the President of deflecting responsibility by blaming opposition politicians instead of addressing his administration's achievements since taking office in May 2023.

He stated that he and his running mate, Senator Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, would prioritize solving Nigeria's challenges rather than shifting blame. Obi's comments come amid escalating political tensions ahead of the 2027 general elections, with opposition figures challenging the government's economic policies and their impact on living conditions.