Nigeria's Tinubu launches re-election campaign as economic pain tests support
Tinubu defended fuel subsidy removal and exchange-rate reforms, while supporters said over 100,000 people were mobilized for the campaign launch.
- On Saturday, President Bola Tinubu launched his 2027 presidential campaign at Kaduna Township Stadium, accusing political opponents of creating hunger and poverty in Nigeria.
- Rising living costs and fuel subsidy removal have fueled public anxiety, which critics blame on policies introduced by Tinubu's administration ahead of the 2027 general elections.
- "I hear my opponents talking about hunger and poverty," Tinubu said, promising supporters prosperity and a second term free from regret.
- Kaduna State Governor Uba Sani warned APC supporters to remain vigilant, alleging opposition parties have upgraded campaign tactics from social media to artificial intelligence.
- Vice President Kashim Shettima highlighted Tinubu's record of supporting northern leaders, citing his backing of former President Muhammadu Buhari in 2015 and 2019.
42 Articles
42 Articles
Nigeria's Tinubu launches re-election campaign as economic pain tests support
KADUNA, Oct 24 (Reuters) - President Bola Tinubu formally launched his campaign for a second term on Saturday in the northern city of Kaduna, where he sought to convince voters that painful economic reforms are beginning to pay off despite a lingering cost-of-living crisis.
The Straits Times
The Star Kuala LumpurNigeria's Tinubu launches re-election campaign as economic pain tests support
KADUNA, Oct 24 - President Bola Tinubu formally launched his campaign for a second term on Saturday in the northern city of Kaduna, where he sought to convince voters that painful economic reforms are beginning to pay off despite a lingering cost-of-living crisis. Read more at straitstimes.com.
Radio France Internationale
France24Nigeria's Tinubu defends record as economy bites ahead of election
"We have prosperity, consistency, growth, recovery and opportunity" Tinubu, who has staked his first term on wide-ranging but grueling economic reforms, told a crowded rally in northwestern Kaduna state. Since his 2023 election, Tinubu has overhauled the tax code, liberalised the exchange rate and ended a costly fuel subsidy that was bleeding the finances of the country, which pumps millions of barrels of crude per day but refines little domesti…
2027: APC supporters slept at Kaduna venue, streets ahead Tinubu campaign flag-off
The eager supporters made their way into the stadium late Friday to secure seats ahead of the event. By 6 a.m. on Saturday, several others had arrived at the venue, making frantic efforts to gain entry, while another crowd created a carnival-like atmosphere outside the arena.
Coverage Details
Bias Distribution
- 50% of the sources are Center
Factuality
To view factuality data please Upgrade to Premium
