Spokesman to former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, Phrank Shaibu, has dismissed a submission by Aviation Minister Festus Keyamo that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is ahead of the opposition in the 2027 election.
Keyamo had earlier applauded Tinubu’s political journey, stating that he rose from the depths of opposition politics to become Nigeria’s president.
Reacting via a post on 𝕏, Shaibu argued that past political achievements cannot replace effective governance.
He maintained that performance in office, not political history, should be the true measure of leadership.
He stated that claims of Tinubu’s political “invincibility” reflect a weak narrative, stressing that Nigerians are more concerned about worsening economic conditions and insecurity than past political victories.
According to him, citizens are grappling with rising hunger, a high cost of living, and persistent safety challenges.
He added that being “ahead” politically should translate into improved living standards, not just strategic rhetoric.
Instead, he said, current realities point to a government struggling to address pressing national issues.
In a follow-up post, Shaibu intensified his criticism, stating that political strategy holds little value if it fails to improve livelihoods, ensure security, or restore dignity to ordinary Nigerians. He concluded that no level of messaging can obscure the hardship many citizens continue to face.
“Today, Nigerians are not impressed by recycled opposition tactics dressed up as brilliance; they are confronted daily by empty pockets, unsafe communities, and a government that appears disconnected from their pain
“No amount of propaganda can mask a reality that is this loud,” he said.