18/07/2026
The Political Tactics of The APC and The Tinubu Administration.
Politics is not only about winning elections; it is about improving the lives of the people.
Some political tactics associated with the Tinubu administration have attracted criticism from many Nigerians:
• Building broad political alliances by bringing many opposition figures into the ruling party can strengthen political control, but critics argue it may weaken democratic competition and reduce accountability.
• Economic reforms such as the removal of the fuel subsidy and the floating of the naira were intended to address long-term structural problems. However, many Nigerians say the immediate effects have been severe, with rising fuel prices, inflation, and a higher cost of living.
• Critics also argue that political appointments have sometimes appeared to reward loyalty, raising concerns about whether merit is always the primary consideration.
• There are concerns that government responses to public criticism and protests have not always encouraged open democratic engagement, with some believing that dissent should be accommodated more constructively.
Supporters of the administration argue that these decisions are difficult but necessary to stabilize the economy over the long term. Critics respond that reforms should be accompanied by stronger measures to protect ordinary citizens from hardship.
The true measure of leadership is not how much political power is consolidated, but how much the lives of ordinary people improve.
