Former Minister of Interior and National Secretary of the African Democratic Congress, Rauf Aregbesola, has launched a scathing critique of the All Progressives Congress-led federal government, describing its Renewed Hope Agenda as a “classic scam” and calling for President Bola Tinubu’s resignation.
Speaking at the ADC’s ongoing national convention in Abuja, Aregbesola accused the administration of economic mismanagement, worsening insecurity, and electoral misconduct. He cited the sharp depreciation of the naira, surging fuel prices, and severe power supply shortages as evidence of failed governance.
“The administration promised Nigerians renewed hope for a better future. Now, three years into its term, it still makes promises. When exactly will this hope come to fruition? The answer is simple — it is a scam,” he declared.
Aregbesola highlighted that many regions now receive as little as two hours of electricity daily, with some communities experiencing weeks or months without power. He argued that an honest leadership would step down after failing to meet such basic commitments, rather than seek re-election.
On security, he condemned the rising wave of violent attacks nationwide, describing the situation as evidence of leadership failure. He also raised concerns over increasing poverty levels and the growing number of out-of-school children, warning that Nigeria is drifting into hopelessness under the current administration.
Positioning the ADC as a viable alternative, Aregbesola said the party is on a “rescue mission” to reclaim the country from what he termed the “strangulating grip” of the ruling party. He urged Nigerians to support the ADC, warning that neutrality in the current political climate amounts to complicity.
The former Osun State governor further alleged that the APC has normalised “criminality” within the electoral system and accused it of undermining democratic principles in its bid to retain power.
Aregbesola’s remarks reflect growing opposition frustration with the federal government’s handling of the economy and security, setting the stage for intensified political contestation ahead of future electoral cycles.
