The Nigerian Presidency has dismissed recent comments made by former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, calling his claims about the state of the nation misleading. Special Adviser on Information and Strategy Bayo Onanuga said Atiku’s assertion that hunger is widespread and his comparison of Nigeria to pre‑revolutionary France and Russia do not reflect current reality.
Onanuga cited the latest figures from the National Bureau of Statistics, which show inflation falling for the fifth consecutive month. He also highlighted a significant trade surplus, with non‑oil exports now approaching the value of oil exports, and noted that foreign reserves have risen to nearly $42 billion, up from $32 billion when President Tinubu took office. The government has made progress in debt repayment, clearing more than $7 billion in obligations, including $800 million owed to international airlines.
Under President Tinubu’s leadership, Nigeria is generating record revenues, enabling states to pay salaries and pensions on time while still allocating funds for development projects. Onanuga described this level of progress as unprecedented and attributed current challenges to mismanagement during the PDP years, when Atiku served as vice president. He said the Tinubu administration is addressing those issues through bold reforms.
After two years and five months in office, the government believes the results of President Tinubu’s leadership are already evident, despite Atiku and his allies’ assertions to the contrary. The administration’s ongoing efforts focus on sustainable growth and development, with further improvements expected in the coming months. The Presidency’s response underscores the continuing debate over the nation’s condition and the effectiveness of current policies.
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