Tinubu’s 30 per cent approval rating reflects public discontent – ADC

The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has said President Bola Tinubu’s reported 30 per cent approval rating shows that many Nigerians are unhappy with his administration ahead of the 2027 elections.

In a statement signed by the party’s National Publicity Secretary, Bolaji Abdullahi, the ADC said rising food prices, unemployment and insecurity have made life harder for citizens across the country.

The party referred to a survey by Eagle Badger Data Analytics (EBDA), which claimed that only 30.2 per cent of Nigerians approve of Tinubu’s performance, while 47.5 per cent disapprove.

According to the ADC, “30 per cent approval is not a sign of success; it is a mark of total failure.”

The party added that nearly seven out of every 10 Nigerians are either dissatisfied or unconvinced about the direction of the country under the current administration.

The statement said many Nigerians are struggling with the rising cost of living, as families can no longer afford basic food items, transport fares, rent and school fees.

It also claimed that food prices have risen by more than 90 per cent since May 2023, while overall prices have increased by about 80 per cent.

“The government continues to celebrate macroeconomic statistics, but Nigerians do not eat statistics. They eat food,” the statement said.

The ADC further accused the government of failing to tackle insecurity, saying many farmers still cannot safely access their farms, while attacks by bandits, kidnappers and other criminal groups continue in parts of the country.

The opposition party argued that after three years in office, the Tinubu administration can no longer blame previous governments for the country’s problems.

“Leadership is measured by outcomes, not excuses,” the statement added.

The ADC said the survey should serve as a warning ahead of the 2027 elections, insisting that Nigerians want better leadership focused on economic recovery, job creation and security.