A once-ardent supporter of President Bola Tinubu has publicly expressed deep regret over their 2023 campaign involvement, citing unfulfilled promises and worsening economic conditions as key reasons for their disillusionment.
The individual, who requested anonymity due to political sensitivities, revealed their change of heart in an exclusive interview, marking a growing trend of former loyalists becoming critical of the administration.
“When we campaigned for Tinubu, we genuinely believed in the Renewed Hope agenda,” the source confessed, their voice tinged with disappointment. “But today, I can’t in good conscience defend policies that have pushed more Nigerians into poverty.” The former supporter specifically highlighted the removal of fuel subsidies without adequate palliative measures and the continued depreciation of the naira as particularly painful betrayals of campaign promises.
This personal account echoes broader public sentiment as recent polls show declining approval ratings for the administration. Economic analysts note that inflation has reached record highs since the inauguration, with food prices becoming prohibitive for average families. The source lamented how former campaign colleagues now avoid discussing politics altogether, ashamed to face constituents they previously convinced to vote for the current government.
Political observers suggest such testimonies could significantly impact Tinubu’s 2027 reelection prospects if the trend continues. Opposition parties are already capitalizing on these expressions of buyer’s remorse, with PDP officials calling it “validation” of their warnings about APC’s governance capabilities.
The interview has sparked heated debates across social media, with some Nigerians sharing similar regrets while others defend the president’s reform agenda as necessary short-term pain for long-term gain. As the administration approaches its second year, more revelations of this nature may emerge, potentially reshaping Nigeria’s political landscape ahead of the next election cycle.
When contacted for response, APC spokespersons maintained that the government remains focused on delivering its mandate and urged Nigerians to judge the administration after its full term. However, for this former believer, the verdict is already in: “I was wrong, and I owe my people an apology for my role in bringing this hardship upon them.”
