The Presidency has criticised recent remarks by opposition politicians, describing them as “distractive” and “Machiavellian.”
In a statement posted on social media, Special Adviser to President Bola Tinubu on Media and Public Communications, Sunday Dare, said the comments were designed to create political tension while the President was on official duty in Tanzania addressing Nigeria’s energy concerns.
“While the President was seeking solutions to Nigeria’s energy problems in Dar es Salaam, some ‘wannabes’ were heating up the polity,” Dare posted on his verified X handle, @SundayDareSD.
He referred to a recent political meeting as an attempt to spread hostility, accusing participants of engaging in undemocratic rhetoric.
“Expectedly, it was a gathering convened to further spread ill-will. Nothing new came out of the gathering different from the opposition script we are used to,” Dare stated.
The adviser urged Nigerians to assess the past records of these “political gladiators” and make informed choices between “political hecklers and real progressives.”
Dare highlighted President Tinubu’s focus on fulfilling his electoral mandate despite political distractions.
“The only conversation he wants to have now is how to improve the lives of Nigerian citizens and constructive discourse on building a resilient economy,” he said.
He also described the opposition’s criticism as premature, given that the next general election is two years away.
“This is 2025. Not 2027. Let those who want to test their popularity with Nigerians wait for the next election,” Dare added.
Dismissing concerns over the opposition’s remarks, Dare assured citizens that the President remained “undistracted and unperturbed,” emphasising Tinubu’s commitment to democratic governance.
