The Presidency has criticised comments attributed to the presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), Peter Obi, accusing him of changing his positions on key national policy issues.
President Bola Tinubu’s Special Adviser on Policy Communication, Daniel Bwala, made the remarks in a post on his verified X account on Friday.
Bwala alleged that Obi had become critical of policies his administration had previously advocated, including the removal of fuel subsidy, the establishment of state police, and reforms in Nigeria’s foreign exchange market.
“I don’t know why every time Nigeria makes progress, it angers Peter Obi,” Bwala wrote.
He claimed that before the 2023 general election, Obi had supported the removal of fuel subsidy but had since changed his position. He also alleged that Obi had previously advocated for state police and the unification of Nigeria’s foreign exchange market but was now opposed to those policies.
According to the presidential aide, the developments suggest that the former Anambra State governor lacks a consistent policy direction.
“It looks like he doesn’t have a clear idea of what he intends to do for Nigeria,” Bwala stated.
The comments are the latest exchange between the Presidency and the opposition over the Federal Government’s economic and security reforms.
The Tinubu administration has consistently defended its policy decisions, including the removal of fuel subsidy and foreign exchange reforms, arguing that they are necessary to stabilise the economy and promote long-term growth.
As of the time of filing this report, Peter Obi had not publicly responded to Bwala’s latest remarks.
Political observers note that exchanges between the Presidency and opposition figures have become increasingly frequent as debates over economic reforms, governance and preparations for future elections continue to shape Nigeria’s political landscape.
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