Tinubu Ignores 2027 Election, Puts Economy First—But Critics Aren’t Convinced

In a bold political stance, President Bola Tinubu’s administration has declared that he is not preoccupied with securing re-election in 2027, instead prioritizing economic reforms aimed at “shared prosperity” for Nigerians. However, critics argue that his policies have yet to deliver real relief to struggling citizens.

Tinubu’s Special Adviser on Media and Public Communications, Sunday Dare, took to X on Friday night to emphasize the president’s focus on long-term economic transformation rather than political maneuvering. *“President Tinubu is not worried about the next election. He’s worried about the shared prosperity that he can bring to Nigerians,”* Dare wrote.

The declaration comes amid mounting frustration over rising inflation, economic hardship, and controversial reforms that have led to fuel subsidy removal and currency devaluation. While Tinubu’s administration insists these measures will yield positive results, opposition voices argue that ordinary Nigerians continue to bear the brunt of economic instability.

With 2027 still years away, the debate rages on: Is Tinubu genuinely prioritizing economic recovery over politics, or is this a strategic move to deflect criticism as discontentst grows?