Vice President Kashim Shettima has launched a robust defense of President Bola Tinubu's administration while dismissing key opposition figures ahead of the upcoming electoral cycle. Speaking to supporters during a campaign event in the Ikwerre area of Rivers State, Shettima addressed various political dynamics involving prominent contenders for the presidency.
During his address, the vice president directed critical remarks toward Atiku Abubakar, the presidential candidate of the African Democratic Congress. Shettima criticized proposals attributed to the opposition regarding fuel subsidy policies, arguing that such economic strategies lack sound foundations and would reverse recent administrative gains.
Turning his attention to Peter Obi, the presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress, Shettima asserted that the political standing of the former Anambra State governor has diminished significantly. He characterized the opposition's political influence as waning while emphasizing the administration's resolve to stay the course with its reform agenda.
Shettima also used the platform to praise President Tinubu's governance, describing him as a principled leader who inherited an economy on the brink of severe distress. He credited the president with demonstrating the courage required to tackle difficult macroeconomic challenges rather than deferring structural reforms to future administrations.
The remarks highlight the intensifying political rhetoric as parties begin positioning themselves well ahead of the national elections. Supporters and critics alike continue to debate the long-term impact of the federal government's economic interventions, setting the stage for a fiercely contested political landscape.
Source reporting: Daily Post — 2026-11-07 13:58:11
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