Salihu Lukman’s assertion that “Nothing Good Will Come Out Of Tinubu’s Govt” is a sharp critique grounded in observable policy missteps and economic fallout, which resonate with widespread public discontent.
As a former APC National Vice Chairman, Lukman’s insider perspective lends credibility to his concerns about the administration’s trajectory. His criticism of President Bola Tinubu’s policies—particularly the abrupt removal of the fuel subsidy and the naira floatation—highlights their immediate consequences: skyrocketing fuel prices, a devalued currency, and inflation surpassing 30% in 2024, as reported by Nigeria’s National Bureau of Statistics.
These measures, intended to stabilize the economy, have instead deepened hardship for millions, with no robust social safety nets or clear alternative strategies to cushion the impact.
Lukman’s description of the government as “impulsive” and “in denial” points to a pattern of reactive policymaking and reluctance to address mounting crises.
For instance, the subsidy removal, while fiscally logical to curb Nigeria’s ballooning debt, was poorly timed and executed without adequate measures to mitigate its impact on transportation costs and food prices, which have surged by over 50% in some markets.
The naira floatation, meant to attract foreign investment, has instead fueled currency volatility, with the naira trading at over ₦1,600 to the dollar in parallel markets by late 2024, eroding purchasing power.
Public sentiments on the streets amplifies Lukman’s skepticism. every corners people lamenting the tripling of basic commodity prices, persistent unemployment (hovering around 33%), and worsening insecurity, with over 5,000 kidnapping cases reported in 2024 alone. Laments and-groans regularly , reflecting a growing belief that the administration lacks the vision or competence to deliver progress.
This aligns with Lukman’s view of systemic flaws within the APC, where internal power struggles and a lack of cohesive strategy undermine governance.
Furthermore, the government’s failure to address structural issues—like power sector inefficiencies, where Nigerians still endure less than six hours of daily electricity despite tariff hikes—reinforces the perception of stagnation.
Tinubu’s promises of economic renewal, such as the “Renewed Hope” agenda, appear hollow when juxtaposed against rising poverty levels, with over 133 million Nigerians classified as multidimensionally poor by the World Bank in 2024.
Lukman’s critique is not merely personal disillusionment but a reflection of broader governance failures.
His exit from the APC underscores his belief that the party, under Tinubu, has deviated from its progressive ideals, prioritizing political expediency over public welfare.
The absence of transparent communication or tangible results from Tinubu’s reforms only deepens the hopelessness Lukman articulates, making his assertion a compelling lens through which to view an administration struggling to translate policy into progress.
