Peter Obi says Tinubu turned Aso Rock into a bunker, urges dialogue

Peter Obi, presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress for the 2027 elections, accused President Bola Tinubu of turning Aso Rock into a bunker and refusing to speak to the Nigerian people. Speaking on Channels Television during a live appearance on Sunday, July 26, 2026, Obi said, "A leader must be speaking to his people. The person we voted for in this country is Bola Tinubu. He's no longer talking." He challenged Tinubu to come out of the bunker and address citizens directly, asking, "Where is the man we gave our mandate?" Obi added that he would continue to speak to the public and reiterate his promises, arguing that fake agency in government prevents the real leader from being heard.

The accusation comes as Nigeria approaches the 2027 general election, highlighting growing concerns about presidential accessibility and communication. Critics argue that a leader who isolates himself undermines transparency and public trust, while supporters may view behind-the-scenes work as sufficient. The exchange underscores the broader debate over what Nigerians expect from their president—regular public engagement or effective governance through policy alone.

Given these claims, do you believe the president should regularly address the nation directly, or is delivering results through policy enough to maintain public confidence?

SOURCE: https://dailypost.ng/2026/07/27/tinubu-has-turned-aso-rock-into-bunker-peter-obi/