As part of the alleged failures of the Tinubu government, Obi cited insecurity, unreliable electricity supply and worsening economic hardship.

Particularly, he mentioned that President Tinubu, in the build-up to the 2023 elections, had promised Nigerians 24-hour electricity and told them not to re-elect him if he failed to keep the campaign promise.

However, in response to the call and submission, presidential spokesperson Onanuga accused Obi of misrepresenting Tinubu’s 2023 campaign promise. He said the president did not promise 24-hour electricity for all Nigerians.

The presidential media aide added that those claiming Tinubu made such a promise are simply being mischievous.

According to him, Tinubu was addressing Lagosians during his campaign speech, and the context was about paying estimated electricity bills.

“Concerning President Tinubu’s campaign promises on power supply, it is misleading for Peter Obi to parrot the claim that candidate Tinubu guaranteed 24-hour electricity for all. What he actually said on that occasion in Lagos and which Obi and his followers have consistently misquoted, for the sake of mischief, was: “Whichever way, by all means necessary, you will have electricity, and you will not pay for estimated bills anymore. A promise made will be a promise kept. If I don’t keep the promise and I come for a second term, don’t vote for me—unless I give you adequate reasons why I couldn’t deliver.,” Onanuga said.

To justify his principal’s performance in office, specifically in the power sector, the presidential aide said Tinubu’s administration had signed the Electricity Act, expanded prepaid meter deployment and invested in alternative power sources.

Oyekunle noted that the rising cost of cooking gas is becoming a serious concern for many families. According to her, the increase is not only affecting household spending but is also pushing up the cost of essential goods and services.

She stressed the need for urgent intervention to prevent further strain on consumers.

Also speaking, the Minister of State for Petroleum Resources (Gas), Ekperikpe Ekpo, said President Bola Tinubu is closely monitoring developments in the sector and is concerned about the impact of rising LPG prices on Nigerians.

Ekpo revealed that the President has directed all relevant agencies and stakeholders to take immediate and proactive steps to tackle the situation.

He said while increasing supply remains important, it must be supported by better logistics, improved infrastructure, and transparent pricing systems to ensure that consumers feel the impact of any intervention.

According to the minister, solving the problem will require coordinated efforts across the entire gas supply chain.

Meanwhile, the Chief Executive of the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NMDPRA), Rabiu Umar, pointed to high landing costs as one of the major reasons behind the current surge in LPG prices.

He explained that several market factors, including import costs, foreign exchange challenges, transportation expenses, and supply bottlenecks, continue to affect pricing.

Despite the challenges, Umar expressed confidence that ongoing efforts by regulators and industry operators would begin to ease market pressure in the coming weeks.

He added that the authority is actively engaging producers and marketers to boost domestic supply, strengthen market monitoring, and improve product availability nationwide.

The mission noted that Nigerians granted entry into the U.S. must understand that visas come with clear conditions and timelines that must be respected at all times.

According to the embassy, failure to comply with visa conditions could lead to serious consequences, including visa cancellation, denial of future applications, deportation, and long-term travel restrictions.

It advised Nigerian travellers to pay close attention to the duration of stay approved by immigration officers and avoid remaining in the country beyond the authorised period.

“Whether you’re studying, working, or visiting the United States, always honour the terms of your visa. Follow the rules. Stay only for as long as you are authorized. Keep your documents updated. Make choices that safeguard your dreams.”

The mission added that respecting immigration procedures benefits not only individual travellers but also strengthens trust in the broader visa system between both countries.

“When you respect the process, everyone wins.”

The latest advisory comes amid growing restrictions imposed by Washington in response to concerns over visa abuse, overstays, and compliance issues involving Nigerian travellers.

Over the past year, the U.S. government has introduced stricter visa measures affecting Nigerians across several categories.

In January 2026, the U.S. government partially suspended the issuance of several visa categories to Nigerians outside the country who did not already possess valid visas. The affected categories included B-1/B-2 visitor visas, F, M, and J student and exchange visas, as well as immigrant visas.

The decision followed concerns over overstay figures involving Nigerian nationals. U.S. authorities cited data showing a 5.56 percent overstay rate for visitor visas and an 11.90 percent overstay rate for student and exchange visa holders.

Earlier in 2025, the United States also reduced the validity period of most non-immigrant visas issued to Nigerians to three months with single entry. The move marked a major shift from the previous visa regime and affected thousands of prospective travellers.

American authorities linked that decision to reciprocity concerns, visa abuse, documentation irregularities, and rising cases of overstays.

In addition to visa restrictions, the U.S. has strengthened its screening process for applicants. Visa applicants are now subjected to tougher background checks, including stricter verification of travel history, documentation, and social media disclosures.

The embassy also warned that individuals found guilty of visa fraud, misrepresentation, or submission of false information could face severe penalties, including permanent bans and possible criminal prosecution.