The African Democratic Congress Presidential Campaign Council (ADC PCC) has challenged Vice President Kashim Shettima's assertion that President Bola Tinubu rescued Nigeria from economic collapse. According to the council, the current administration cannot disown the record of the All Progressives Congress (APC) government under former President Muhammadu Buhari. The ADC PCC argued that if Nigeria was indeed heading towards economic collapse before Tinubu assumed office, the APC must accept responsibility for the situation.
The Director of Media and Publicity of ADC PCC, Kola Ologbondiyan, reacted to Shettima's claim on Sunday. He stated that Tinubu's government has not delivered on expectations in areas such as roads, electricity, cost of living, and public institutions. Ologbondiyan emphasized that the immediate concern of Nigerians is access to affordable food and basic necessities. He also recalled that Tinubu had said his government would build on Buhari's legacy.
Ologbondiyan questioned the effectiveness of the current administration, stating that President Tinubu has not saved Nigeria from collapse; instead, he has pushed the country deeper into economic challenges marked by hunger, inflation, and high cost of living. He argued that Nigerians are already experiencing economic hardship, not merely heading towards it. The ADC PCC also expressed skepticism about Shettima's promise to deploy 10,600 electric tricycles, 300 buses, and electric taxis under an e-logistics program in the coming weeks.
The council reminded the Vice President of his earlier promise that transportation costs would come down by October 1, 2026. Ologbondiyan urged the APC to acknowledge the challenges confronting the country and focus on solutions. He emphasized that Nigerians know the APC, as it is the party on whose platform President Tinubu is seeking a second term.
The ADC PCC assured Nigerians that the party remains committed to providing a credible political alternative. The council called on Nigerians to support the quest for a government that would make life more affordable. Ologbondiyan reiterated that the ADC is dedicated to offering a better option for the country's governance.
The dispute between the ADC PCC and Vice President Shettima highlights the ongoing debate about the state of Nigeria's economy. The ADC PCC's criticism of Shettima's claim underscores the need for the government to address the country's economic challenges effectively. The council's statement reflects the concerns of many Nigerians who are experiencing economic hardship.
The ADC PCC's reaction also emphasizes the importance of accountability in governance. The council's call for the APC to acknowledge the country's challenges and focus on solutions resonates with many Nigerians who are seeking tangible improvements in their lives. The situation underscores the need for constructive engagement and effective governance.
Key points
- The ADC PCC disputes Vice President Kashim Shettima's claim that President Bola Tinubu saved Nigeria from economic collapse.
- The council argues that the current administration cannot disown the record of the All Progressives Congress (APC) government under former President Muhammadu Buhari.
- The ADC PCC emphasizes the need for the government to address the country's economic challenges effectively and provide a credible political alternative.
