The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has described President Bola Tinubu’s reported 30 per cent approval rating after three years in office as evidence that Nigerians have lost confidence in his administration, citing worsening economic hardship, unemployment and insecurity.
In a statement issued on Friday by its National Publicity Secretary, Bolaji Abdullahi, the opposition party said findings from a nationwide survey conducted by Eagle Badger Data Analytics (EBDA) showed that a majority of Nigerians were dissatisfied with the direction of the country and believed their living conditions had deteriorated since Tinubu assumed office in May 2023.
According to the ADC, the survey indicated that only 30.2 per cent of Nigerians approved of the President’s performance, while 47.5 per cent disapproved.
The party argued that the figures reflected growing frustration among citizens over rising food prices, increasing transportation costs, unemployment and insecurity.
“For us in the ADC, the significance of this report is clear: a President with only 30 per cent approval after three years in office has lost the confidence of the Nigerian people,” the statement said.
The party maintained that nearly seven out of every 10 Nigerians were either dissatisfied with the administration or unwilling to endorse its direction.
“That is not a political challenge. That is a national rejection,” the ADC stated.
The opposition party further cited survey findings showing that 62 per cent of Nigerians believed they were worse off than they were three years ago, while only 23.3 per cent said their lives had improved.
It also noted that 42.4 per cent of respondents described their circumstances as “much worse” since the beginning of the administration.
The ADC linked public dissatisfaction to rising inflation and the cost-of-living crisis, alleging that food prices had increased by more than 90 per cent since May 2023, while overall consumer prices had risen by about 80 per cent.
“The government continues to celebrate macroeconomic statistics, but Nigerians do not eat statistics. They eat food. They pay rent. They pay school fees. They pay transport fares. They confront insecurity,” the party said.
The ADC also criticised the administration’s handling of security challenges, arguing that attacks by bandits, terrorists and other criminal groups continued to affect communities across the country.
It said many farmers remained unable to access their farmlands safely, while millions of Nigerians continued to live in fear due to persistent insecurity.
“The responsibility now belongs entirely to President Tinubu and his administration. Leadership is measured by outcomes, not excuses,” the statement added.
The party further argued that the survey established a direct link between deteriorating economic conditions and declining public approval for the government.
It maintained that Nigerians deserved leadership focused on improving living standards, creating jobs, strengthening security and delivering tangible economic benefits.
The ADC said it remained committed to providing what it described as a credible alternative centred on economic recovery, accountability, job creation and improved security ahead of the 2027 general election.
Friday Olokor
