An alleged member of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has sparked fresh political debate after openly criticising the state of the country and questioning President Bola Tinubu’s chances in a free and fair election.
What he said
In a now-viral video, the party member expressed doubts about the current administration’s popularity, insisting that the outcome would be different under a credible electoral process.
“I’m an APC member, but I tell you people that if we put election on ground, free and fair for people to vote their hearts, the answer is Tinubu won’t win,” he said.
He also questioned claims linking Nigeria’s economic hardship to global conflicts.
“How do we explain that a war going on in Iran is why people are hungry in Nigeria?” he added.
Concerns over governance
The comments come at a time when many Nigerians are grappling with rising cost of living and economic pressure.
The speaker argued that explanations tied to international crises do not fully address the realities faced by citizens.
Allegations within APC
The APC member further alleged that some elements within the ruling party are undermining opposition parties.
“Some elements in APC are stopping opposition parties from existing; it is a bad thing,” he said.
He warned that weakening opposition voices could harm democratic growth and accountability.
Wider reactions
The statement has triggered reactions online, with Nigerians weighing in on governance, economic hardship, and the country’s political direction ahead of future elections.
Debates have continued over the role of opposition parties and the need for a more competitive political environment.
“I’m an APC member, i dey tell some people say if we put the election for ground, free and fair make people vote thier hearts, the answer be say we no go win cos how do we want to explain that a w@r that’s going on in Iran is why people are hun gry in Nigeria. Some elements… pic.twitter.com/Uos1XXJ2zf
— Oyindamola🙄 (@dammiedammie35) April 16, 2026