ADC Deputy Governorship Candidate Questions Tinubu's Educational Background

Babatunde Gbadamosi, the African Democratic Congress (ADC) deputy governorship candidate in Lagos State, has publicly questioned President Bola Tinubu's educational background. Gbadamosi alleged that Tinubu never attended two schools linked to his academic history. He made these claims while expressing support for Dr. Pearse Adetokunbo, a former lecturer at Chicago State University, who had challenged Tinubu's claim of attending the American institution.

Gbadamosi and Adetokunbo have a long-standing relationship, with Gbadamosi welcoming Adetokunbo's decision to make the allegations public. The ADC chieftain also challenged Tinubu's reported attendance at Government College Lagos, arguing that Tinubu could not have graduated from the school in 1970 because it began operations in 1974. Gbadamosi claimed to have attended the school from 1978 and witnessed the graduation of its first set of students in 1979.

In addition to questioning Tinubu's attendance at Government College Lagos, Gbadamosi alleged that Tinubu never attended Government College Ibadan. He claimed to have received information questioning the president's educational history as far back as 1998. Gbadamosi linked the allegations to his criticism of Tinubu's leadership, questioning the administration's borrowing practices and accusing officials of looting borrowed funds.

Gbadamosi criticised the administration's "wholesale borrowing and looting of loans," calling for an end to what he characterised as brigandage in government. He insisted that Nigerians must end the situation before the 2027 elections. According to Gbadamosi, "We are being ruled by brigands, but if Nigerians are to survive and prosper, that brigandage must end in 2027, no matter what."

The allegations against Tinubu's educational background have sparked controversy, with some reacting to Gbadamosi's claims. Education Minister Dr. Tunji Alausa had previously defended Tinubu's alleged academic connection to Chicago State University. However, Adetokunbo had challenged this defence, leading to a public debate about Tinubu's educational history.

Gbadamosi's criticism of Tinubu's leadership and educational background is not an isolated incident. The ADC chieftain has been vocal about his opposition to the administration's policies, including its borrowing practices. He argued that the administration's opaque style of governance is a result of its questionable leadership.

The controversy surrounding Tinubu's educational background is likely to continue, with Gbadamosi and Adetokunbo pushing for transparency and accountability. The ADC chieftain's call for an end to brigandage in government before the 2027 elections remains a pressing concern for Nigerians.

Key points

• Babatunde Gbadamosi questions President Bola Tinubu's educational background, alleging he never attended certain schools.
• Gbadamosi criticises Tinubu's leadership and administration's borrowing practices, calling for an end to brigandage in government.
• The controversy surrounding Tinubu's educational background has sparked a public debate about his leadership and governance style.