Tinubu not using talented, competent hands, only interested in power – Prince Adebayo

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has been accused of interested in power which he hasn’t translated it into good governance.

The Social Democratic Party (SDP) presidential candidate, Prince Adewole Adebayo gave his perspective of the the happenings in government as the the new year begins.

While in government, Tinubu wields power, he has failed to translate it into effective governance because he didn’t engage talented and competent hands within and outside his political party to run his administration.

“He is in power, not in government,” Adebayo remarked, emphasizing that the president has focused on consolidating authority rather than implementing policies that address the country’s challenges.”

Adebayo pass a mark on the the developmental strides in the Federal Capital Territory, FCT, and the Ministry of Interior, arguing that’ll these exceptions do not reflect broader governmental success.

Addressing the president’s recent media chat, Adebayo likened the public’s reaction to the excitement of hearing a previously mute child speak. While commending the president for finally addressing the nation, he criticized the lack of regular engagement and substance.

“The presidential media chat should be routine,” he said, adding that the media must hold the president accountable instead of treating such occasions as ceremonial events.

Despite his reservations about Tinubu’s policies and governance style, Adebayo urged Nigerians to remain hopeful, describing hope as a personal investment that transcends any administration.

“Even during the civil war, when there was no food or security, people remained hopeful. Governance should not define hope; it is what keeps us going as a nation,” he stated.

He further noted that Nigerians should not see the current administration as their only alternative, as leadership in the country is not confined to one individual or one government.

“The hope of Nigerians should stretch beyond Tinubu’s four-year tenure, as there will always be opportunities for change and better policies”.