By Ogochukwu Isioma
The Presidency has rejected calls by 2027 Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) presidential candidate, Peter Obi, for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to resign, describing the demand as childish, misplaced and an unnecessary distraction from national governance.
In a statement issued on Sunday by Bayo Onanuga, Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, the Presidency argued that Obi’s comparison between Nigeria and the United Kingdom was flawed, noting that Nigeria operates a presidential system with fixed constitutional terms unlike the UK’s parliamentary model.
It maintained that recent electoral victories recorded by the ruling party in Ekiti and several senatorial elections demonstrate continued public support for President Tinubu and his administration.
The Presidency further stated that while Nigeria continues to face security challenges, the government has made measurable progress through intensified military operations, the rescue of kidnapped victims, the neutralisation of terrorist leaders and increased investment in security infrastructure, intelligence gathering and technology-driven operations.
On the economy, the statement faulted Obi’s characterisation of Nigeria’s condition, pointing to improvements in revenue generation, foreign reserves, oil production, trade performance and investor confidence since the commencement of the Tinubu administration.
It also highlighted ongoing infrastructure projects, including major highway developments, education reforms, student loan initiatives and efforts to expand access to electricity and alternative energy solutions.
According to the Presidency, President Tinubu inherited deep-rooted economic and structural challenges but has pursued difficult reforms aimed at stabilising the economy and laying the foundation for long-term growth and development.
The statement described Obi’s remarks as political grandstanding rather than constructive criticism, insisting that the administration remains focused on governance, economic reforms, security improvements and delivering tangible benefits to Nigerians.
The Presidency concluded by reaffirming its confidence in President Tinubu’s leadership, insisting that Nigeria remains on a path of recovery and progress despite existing challenges.
