PRP Chair Baba-Ahmed criticizes Tinubu's policies, cites rising poverty

PRP National Chairman Hakeem Baba-Ahmed criticized President Bola Tinubu's administration for launching major policies like fuel subsidy removal without proper planning or SWOT analysis. Speaking on Channels Television's Politics Today on Friday, June 26, 2026, he said the President did not mention subsidy removal in his inauguration speech and failed to prepare Nigerians for its impact. Despite increased government revenues, Baba-Ahmed alleged that poverty, insecurity and corruption are rising, leaving ordinary Nigerians worse off. He dismissed claims that the opposition seeks unconstitutional change, insisting any removal of government must come through the ballot box. The Federal Government defends the reforms, arguing that removing fuel subsidies and reforming the exchange rate are necessary to stabilize the economy and lay the foundation for long-term growth.

This critique highlights growing public concern that economic reforms are worsening living conditions despite higher state income. For citizens, it raises questions about the effectiveness of current policies and the need for transparent planning in future reforms. It also underscores the importance of participating in elections as the legitimate path for political change.

Given rising poverty despite revenue gains, how might citizens evaluate the trade-offs between short-term pain from reforms and long-term gains, and what actions can they take to influence policy or protect their livelihoods?

SOURCE: https://dailypost.ng/2026/06/27/nigeria-making-money-yet-poverty-is-rising-baba-ahmed/