By Our Correspondent
Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has criticised President Bola Tinubu’s administration over the country’s economic challenges, urging Nigerians not to support his re-election bid in the 2027 general election.
Obasanjo made the remarks while speaking at the seventh Presidential Youth Mentorship Retreat, themed: ‘African Youth Renaissance,’ held at the Youth Development Centre of the Olusegun Obasanjo Presidential Library in Abeokuta, Ogun State.
The former president accused the Tinubu administration of failing to address the economic difficulties confronting Nigerians, arguing that its policies had placed businesses and households under increasing financial pressure.
“Tinubu has failed. His incompetence has made many businesses die. Don’t let him come back for a second term,” Obasanjo said.
He expressed concern over the reported closure of businesses, shops and factories, noting that enterprises which previously provided employment and livelihoods were struggling to remain operational.
Obasanjo also highlighted the rising cost of living, particularly the prices of food, petrol and other essential commodities, saying the situation had made it increasingly difficult for ordinary Nigerians to meet their basic needs.
On youth unemployment, the former president argued that the prevailing economic conditions had weakened the capacity of businesses to expand and create employment opportunities for young people.
He urged Nigerians to carefully assess the country’s leadership and economic direction ahead of the 2027 general election, noting that the polls would provide an opportunity for citizens to decide the future direction of governance.
Obasanjo’s remarks add to growing political debate surrounding the Tinubu administration’s economic policies and the president’s anticipated bid for a second term.
The former president governed Nigeria from 1999 to 2007 and has remained an outspoken voice on national political and economic issues since leaving office.
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