Politics
“What Has Brought Nigeria to Its Knees Is Tinubu’s Policies” – Ologbondiyan

Former spokesperson for the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Kola Ologbondiyan, has expressed his concerns about the impact of the removal of fuel subsidy and the floating of the naira, which he believes have left Nigeria in a dire economic situation.
Speaking during an appearance on Channels Television’s The Morning Brief on Monday, Ologbondiyan criticized the approach taken by President Bola Tinubu’s administration, arguing that the decisions were rushed and lacked sufficient measures to cushion the effects on the masses.
Ologbondiyan stated that the phased removal of the petrol subsidy, coupled with adequate palliatives, could have been a more effective strategy.
He pointed out that during the PDP’s administration, subsidy removal was handled gradually, ensuring that Nigerians were not left to bear the brunt of the changes abruptly.
“What has brought Nigeria to its knees are the twin decisions made by President Bola Tinubu, particularly the removal of the fuel subsidy and the floating of the naira.
These policies have severely impacted the average Nigerian,” he remarked.
The former PDP spokesperson also questioned the effectiveness of the current administration’s palliatives, which have largely focused on distributing subsidized rice.
He argued that Nigerians require much more than food relief, emphasizing the need for a robust public transportation system.
“The APC government is asking Nigerians to buy rice at N40,000 per bag as a form of relief, but people’s needs extend far beyond rice.
What about affordable transportation? A functional public transport system would reduce the need for individuals to rely on private vehicles, which consume costly fuel,” he explained.
The governors reportedly discussed the pressing need for comprehensive reforms that would address the economic challenges facing the country without exacerbating the suffering of the citizens.
Reflecting on the PDP’s past leadership, Ologbondiyan reiterated that the party’s approach to reforms was rooted in careful planning and public engagement.
“Under the PDP, subsidy removal was phased and accompanied by tangible palliatives that made life easier for Nigerians.
What we see today is a government that is not engaging with the public meaningfully and is offering inadequate solutions to major economic problems,” he said.
Ologbondiyan further criticized the PDP’s current approach to opposing the administration, describing it as insufficient.
He called on his party to engage more actively with the government to propose alternatives that would better serve Nigerians.
“It’s unfortunate that even as PDP, we seem to be paying lip service to the need for robust engagement with the sitting government.
We should be presenting well-thought-out alternatives to these policies instead of just criticizing from the sidelines,” he added.
Politics
“Buhari Would Have Supported EndSARS Protest If It Was Peaceful” – Garba Shehu

Garba Shehu, former spokesperson for late President Muhammadu Buhari, has said the former leader would have supported the EndSARS protests if they had remained peaceful. Speaking during an interview on Arise TV’s Morning Show, Shehu noted that Buhari initially saw the movement as a genuine expression of public concern and would have welcomed it.
However, Shehu explained that things took a different turn when the protests were overtaken by violence, vandalism, and attacks on law enforcement. He pointed out that the government responded early with offers of dialogue and even took steps like disbanding SARS to address the concerns raised.
But according to him, once the protest turned into a security crisis, marked by arson, destruction of public property, and loss of lives, no responsible government could sit back and watch. He emphasized that Buhari was deeply disturbed by how things unfolded, especially with the chaos in Lagos and other cities, and hoped such an incident never happens again in Nigeria.
Entertainment
Afrobeat Singer Davido Confirms Governor Adeleke’s Defection to APC in New Song

Popular Nigerian singer, Davido, confirms his uncle, Governor Adeleke’s, move from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the All Progressives Congress (APC).
The singer confirms this move in his latest song, which he titled “From Umbrella to Broom.” It can be noted that the umbrella signifies the PDP, while the broom signifies the APC in their respective logos.
The singer then speaks on this fact and shares that his uncle will still continue doing great things from this political party. It can also be noted that the singer, as well as Governor Adeleke, took a visit to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu.
In Davido’s song, the singer sang in Yoruba, which means, “Why are we suffering when the new broom can sweep better?” He also sang about the fact that the youths of today plan to go overseas and not stay in Nigeria.
Politics
Prof Iledare Tells Tinubu to Fix Refineries Instead of Rushing to Sell Them

Professor Wumi Iledare, a respected expert in petroleum economics, has cautioned against rushing to sell Nigeria’s state-owned refineries in Port Harcourt, Warri, and Kaduna. He advised President Bola Tinubu and the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) to adopt a more strategic and transparent approach that puts national interest first.
His warning follows comments by NNPCL’s Group CEO, Bayo Ojulari, who recently hinted in an interview that the refineries may be sold after their ongoing reviews. Responding to that, Iledare argued that the major issue isn’t government ownership but poor efficiency and management.
“Selling them off without addressing deeper governance failures could lead to the same problems we’ve seen in the past and also risk our energy security,” he said. He recommended public-private partnerships and performance-based agreements as better alternatives, aligning with the spirit of the Petroleum Industry Act of 2021. He also warned that privatisation shouldn’t become a tool for monopoly or be controlled by a privileged few.
According to him, the focus should be on unlocking value and reviving the downstream oil sector in a sustainable way. This comes after NNPCL shut down the Port Harcourt Refinery in May 2025 for maintenance. Despite large sums spent on reviving the Warri and Kaduna plants, both remain inactive. Meanwhile, Aliko Dangote recently stated that those refineries may never function again.
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