The All Progressives Congress (APC) has dismissed claims made by Peter Obi, the former governor of Anambra State and Labour Party’s presidential candidate in the 2023 elections, regarding President Bola Tinubu’s economic policies.
Obi had criticized the administration’s handling of economic reforms during an interview on Arise Television’s Prime Time on April 1, 2025, suggesting that he would have done a better job.
In response, APC rejected Obi’s remarks, arguing that the Tinubu administration has made notable progress in economic management.
According to the ruling party, the economy is steadily improving, and Nigeria is experiencing a turnaround under Tinubu’s leadership.
They accused Obi of misleading Nigerians by ignoring the administration’s achievements and focusing on temporary challenges.
The APC also dismissed Obi’s repeated assertions that he could have performed better as president, describing his claims as unrealistic.
They likened his approach to that of a backseat driver attempting to dictate the actions of a skilled professional.
The party maintained that opposition politics should involve both criticism and acknowledgment of progress rather than outright condemnation.
The ruling party listed various achievements, including improved economic growth, enhanced foreign reserves, operational local refineries, and a stabilized foreign exchange market.
They pointed out that inflation rates are showing signs of decline and that Nigeria’s stock market is now one of the most profitable in the world. Additionally, the administration has successfully cleared outstanding forex debts and reduced the country’s debt servicing ratio.
The APC further compared Tinubu’s leadership style to his tenure as the governor of Lagos State, insisting that he has a track record of transforming challenges into opportunities.
They dismissed Obi’s tenure as Anambra governor, claiming it lacked major economic and infrastructural progress.
Despite ongoing criticism from the opposition, the APC assured Nigerians that President Tinubu remains focused on improving governance and strengthening the economy.
They argued that global experts and financial institutions are recognizing Nigeria’s economic progress, even as opposition figures refuse to acknowledge the government’s efforts.
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