Nigerians Split Over Tinubu’s Record Ahead of Election

Nigerians head to the polls on January 16, 2027, to vote for a new president. African Business canvassed Nigerians in Lagos to gauge public opinion about President Bola Tinubu’s first term. 10 interviewees weighed in, with scores ranging from 20% to 90%. Supporters of the president credit his administration with steadier electricity, better roads, a rising minimum wage, and the fight against Boko Haram. However, critics cited high living costs, unemployment, fuel costs, and the declining purchasing power of the naira. The divide gives both Tinubu and his opponents material to work with as the campaign season deepens. The central political question is whether macroeconomic reforms can translate into broader household gains before voting day, potentially shaping whether voters reward continuity or demand a change in direction.