Politics
Adebayo Slams Tinubu, Says He “Messed Up” Opportunity
Adewole Adebayo says President Tinubu “messed up” electoral opportunities, criticizes his leadership and comments on Nigeria’s political system
Former 2023 presidential candidate of the Social Democratic Party (SDP), Adewole Adebayo, has criticized President Bola Tinubu, stating that the president “messed up” opportunities available to him in electoral reforms and governance.
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The Adewole Adebayo Tinubu messed up statement was made during an interview, where he responded to questions on Nigeria’s electoral process and political party primaries.
Adebayo argued that President Tinubu has not demonstrated the kind of bold leadership required to strengthen Nigeria’s electoral system.
According to him, the administration has mismanaged opportunities to improve electoral acts and deepen democratic reforms in the country.
However, he noted that Nigeria’s democracy should not depend on a single individual, stressing that institutions and citizens must continue to strengthen the system regardless of leadership shortcomings.
Adebayo also reflected on Nigeria’s political history, pointing out that the country has moved through colonial and military rule while still conducting elections and achieving democratic milestones.
The SDP chieftain further dismissed suggestions of political mergers involving the African Democratic Congress (ADC), stating that he remains committed to the SDP and has no plans to leave the party.
He described Nigerian politics as fluid, noting that many politicians frequently switch parties based on political advantage rather than ideology.
Adebayo also criticized the current political structure, suggesting that most parties share similar characteristics and are often driven by power rather than ideology or national interest.
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His remarks add to ongoing national conversations about governance, electoral reform, and the direction of Nigeria’s democracy ahead of future elections.
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A massive crowd of party faithful thronged Agege on Saturday, May 16, as the Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Mudashiru Obasa, secured his place as the All Progressives Congress (APC) consensus candidate for the Agege Federal Constituency seat in the House of Representatives.
The hitch-free primary exercise saw card-carrying members in their numbers validate his candidacy, underscoring the strength of his grassroots support.
The development comes just days after Obasa’s May 13 declaration at a stakeholders’ meeting in Agege, where he announced his ambition to contest for the federal seat.
At that earlier event, he explained that his decision was driven by calls from party leaders and stakeholders who believed he could serve Agege more effectively at the national level.
“I answered the call of our leaders and stakeholders who believe I can serve Agege better. We must present candidates with capacity, loyalty, and commitment to the progress of Agege,” Obasa had said.
At the primary election, Obasa expressed gratitude for the overwhelming support from his constituency.
“I am deeply humbled by the confidence reposed in me by our leaders and members. Today’s validation is not just about me; it is about our collective resolve to continue building Agege and Lagos State on the foundation of progress and development,” he remarked.
He further pledged to remain people-focused in his representation: “My commitment has always been to serve with integrity, to amplify the voices of our people, and to ensure that Agege continues to stand tall in the comity of constituencies. This validation strengthens my resolve to deliver more dividends of democracy.”
Party officials praised the peaceful conduct of the exercise, noting that it reflected the unity and discipline within the APC in Agege.
Observers also pointed to Obasa’s earlier endorsement of Hon. Ganiyu Egunjobi for Agege Constituency I and Hon. Azeez Oladapo Yusuf Ninolowo for Agege Constituency II as evidence of his broader strategy to consolidate party cohesion.
With the primary now concluded, Obasa is set to fly the APC flag in the forthcoming general election, a move that many believe will further entrench the party’s influence in Agege.
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