Nigerian professor Alkasum Abba has criticized President Bola Tinubu’s administration for worsening the country’s economic hardship. In a recent interview with Trust TV, Abba argued that the president has aggravated the economic situation since taking office in 2023, despite the current administration’s reform agenda. He pointed out that the cost of living continues to rise, with basic necessities such as transportation and fuel increasing significantly, making it difficult for citizens to afford their daily needs.
Abba also highlighted the plight of pensioners, whose pension funds are no longer sufficient to cover essential expenses. While President Tinubu, during a recent Independence Day broadcast, celebrated an improved tax‑to‑gross domestic product ratio of 13.5 percent as of September 2025, the professor dismissed such indicators as meaningless when ordinary Nigerians struggle to access basic necessities. He stressed that the focus should be on addressing immediate needs rather than celebrating abstract economic achievements.
These comments reflect growing concerns about Nigeria’s economic situation. Many citizens are grappling with the rising cost of living, and the government’s reform efforts have yet to produce tangible benefits for the majority. As the country continues to face economic hardship, the administration’s next steps will be crucial in determining the trajectory of Nigeria’s economic recovery and the well‑being of its people.
Comments are closed for this story.