STATE OF THE NATION | ANALYST FAULTS SEYI LAW’S STANCE ON TINIBU’S ADMINISTRATION

Public economist and communications consultant, Akin Fatunke, has criticized comedian and political commentator Seyi Law over his recent interview in which he asserted that only President Bola Tinubu has the capacity to fix Nigeria’s myriad challenges.

Speaking during an appearance on the flagship breakfast show VOP This Morning, Fatunke pushed back against the idea of placing the burden of national transformation solely on one individual. According to him, nation-building is a shared and continuous process that requires the active participation of all citizens, institutions, and levels of government.

“While I understand the emotional investment many have in political leadership, we must not lose sight of the fact that building a sustainable and prosperous nation is a collective endeavor,” Fatunke said. “No one man, regardless of his political will or vision, can single-handedly fix Nigeria. It demands a collaborative effort that includes government, private sector, civil society, and the people themselves.”

However, Fatunke did acknowledge and align with Seyi Law’s broader point regarding the long-term value of current economic reforms. He agreed that while the short-term impact of these policies may be uncomfortable for many Nigerians, the long-term benefits—if well-implemented—could help reset and stabilize the economy for future growth.

“There is merit in the argument that long-term structural reforms, though painful now, are necessary for sustainable development,” Fatunke added. “But that doesn’t excuse us from holding every stakeholder accountable in the process.”

Seyi Law’s comments have sparked debate in recent days, with many Nigerians questioning whether the country’s problems can indeed be solved by a single administration, or if deeper systemic reforms and broader civic participation are needed to move the nation forward.