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You Are Confused, Merely Experimenting – ADC Fires Tinubu
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has claimed credit for the Federal Government’s reversal of its plan to impose a 15 percent import duty on petrol and diesel.
In a statement signed by the party’s National Publicity Secretary, Mallam Bolaji Abdullahi, described the abandoned policy as further evidence that the Tinubu administration is not sure of its decisions and is merely experimenting with governance.
The party recalled its October 31st, 2025, statement in which it warned the Federal Government that the proposed tariff would deepen the hardship already created by subsidy removal, currency devaluation, and soaring living costs.
ADC commended the Tinubu government for listening to the opposition’s advice but said that it was time the government started thinking through its policies before rushing to make pronouncements only to reverse itself shortly afterwards.
The full statement read: “Following our statement issued on October 31st, the African Democratic Congress (ADC) is pleased to note that the Federal Government has heeded our call to reverse its ill-conceived decision to impose a 15 percent import duty on imported petrol and diesel products.
“While we welcome the decision of the government to reverse itself on the wrong-headed policy, we are concerned that this reversal is about the seventh occasion in two years where this government would announce a policy or decision and immediately reverse itself.
“As we noted in our statement reacting to the planned tariff, the “new levy is likely to push the pump price of petrol beyond N1,000 per liter. If this happens, life will become even more unbearable for families, commuters, transporters, farmers, and small businesses already struggling under the weight of fuel subsidy removal without social protection and currency devaluation without safeguards.”
“We also queried why the government was contemplating taxing imported fuel without first ensuring local capacity for production.
“We find it quite interesting that these are the very reasons the government has given for reversing itself, which makes us wonder if any critical thinking and impact analysis happens in this government. What has become clear, however, is that President Tinubu is running a government of trial and error that is merely experimenting and bumbling through.
“It is even more disturbing to see different agencies and officials of government singing discordant tunes on the same issue, as evidenced in their explanations for the tariff reversal. While one agency announced that the implementation of the policy was merely postponed, another said that it was no longer in view. This shows a government that is confused, unsure, and dangerously working at cross purposes. Nigerians deserve better.
“We urge the Tinubu government to realize that public office is a responsibility, not a laboratory. The ADC will continue to stand firmly with Nigerians and speak out against any decision that threatens their wellbeing.”
A prominent northern political figure has outlined what he believes is the only realistic path for Peter Obi to emerge as the presidential candidate of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) ahead of the 2027 general election.
The politician, Umar Ardo, said Obi’s ambition within the ADC depends largely on the decision of former Vice President Atiku Abubakar.
According to him, Obi cannot clinch the party’s ticket unless Atiku withdraws from the race.
Ardo, who convenes the League of Northern Democrats and once sought the governorship of Adamawa State under the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), shared his views during a televised interview on Tuesday. He maintained that the current political structure of the ADC strongly favours Atiku.
Moreover, He explained that Atiku remains the dominant force within the party and would easily defeat any challenger if a primary election were held today.
Ardo insisted that repeated primaries would still produce the same outcome unless Atiku decides otherwise.
“Well, the ADC, as it is currently constituted, if it goes for primaries a hundred times, Atiku will win a hundred times. There is absolutely no doubt about that. How Peter Obi and his supporters react is what will determine the election,” Ardo said.
“I am not saying that Peter Obi cannot be the candidate of the party; however, he can only be the candidate of the party if Atiku steps down,” he added.
Despite his position, Ardo acknowledged Obi’s political relevance and described him as a major asset to the ADC. He noted that the former Anambra State governor commands a large and loyal voter base across the country.
He said Obi’s popularity, which he estimated at over six million votes, is one of the reasons the ADC is keen on keeping him within its fold. According to Ardo, the party sees Obi as a strategic figure who can strengthen its chances in the next election.
Peter Obi, who contested the 2023 presidential election on the platform of the Labour Party, recently aligned with the ADC after months of consultations with party stakeholders. His move sparked wide reactions within opposition circles and among his supporters nationwide.
Obi formally addressed his supporters during a political gathering held in Enugu on December 31, where he explained the motivation behind his decision to join the ADC. He described the move as a fresh political journey aimed at national renewal.
The ADC has recently attracted several heavyweight politicians from across the country. Among them are former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, ex-Minister of Transportation Rotimi Amaechi, former Kaduna State governor Nasir El-Rufai, and former Senate President David Mark.
These political actors are part of a growing opposition coalition seeking to challenge the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) in the 2027 presidential election.
As a result, the group adopted the ADC as its common platform last year in a bid to present a united front.
The Leader of INRI Evangelical Spiritual Church, Primate Elijah Ayodele has warned that there will be a massive protest before the presidential election to destabilize the current government.
In a statement signed by his media aide, Osho Oluwatosin, Primate Ayodele made it known that the protest will start gradually, but the government will not take it seriously until it suddenly becomes huge.
The man of God stated that it is part of the strategy to bring down the government of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and that it would affect the economy, while urging the president to take it very seriously.
“It’s going to be a massive protest, and it will start with five states. This is still part of the strategies to unseat the president if he isn’t careful. It’s a protest that can shut down the economy; the president shouldn’t take this for granted.”
The prophet advised the president to listen to security reports, especially from the DSS, as there would be certain things that would lead to the protest.
Furthermore, he revealed that some past leaders are currently planning against the current government.
“The protest will start gradually, but the government will not take it seriously. There are certain things that will cause protest that’s why the president must listen to the security, especially the DSS, because it will help him a lot.
“Some of the heads of government are plotting against the current administration in order to
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