APC Fires Back at Peter Obi Over Tinubu Criticism, Says Nigeria Can’t Afford Another ‘Political Experiment’

• The APC has criticised Peter Obi over his attacks on President Bola Tinubu’s economic reforms, insisting Nigeria should consolidate ongoing policies rather than pursue a new economic direction ahead of the 2027 elections.

The All Progressives Congress (APC) has criticised former Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, over his recent remarks against President Bola Tinubu’s economic reforms, insisting that Nigeria needs policy continuity rather than a fresh economic direction.

The APC National Vice Chairman (South-East), Dr. Ijeomah Arodiogbu, made the remarks while reacting to Obi’s interview on Channels Television, where the former Anambra State governor called on President Tinubu to step aside, arguing that the country was heading in the wrong direction.

Obi had described the Tinubu administration’s agenda as one of “failure and renewed hopelessness,” insisting Nigeria required a new leadership approach to tackle its economic and governance challenges.

Responding on Monday, Arodiogbu defended the administration, saying the government had already laid a solid foundation for economic recovery and should be allowed to consolidate ongoing reforms instead of abandoning them for what he described as “another political experiment.”

According to him, major policies such as the removal of fuel subsidy, exchange rate reforms and fiscal restructuring were introduced to reposition Nigeria’s economy for sustainable long-term growth.

He argued that although the reforms were difficult, they had begun producing positive results and should be strengthened rather than reversed.

“The priority for Nigeria should be the consolidation of ongoing economic gains, not the laying of a new foundation,” Arodiogbu said.

The APC chieftain also accused Obi of consistently highlighting Nigeria’s challenges without offering practical solutions that reflect current economic realities.

He maintained that the country requires leadership focused on policy consistency, investor confidence, infrastructure development, job creation and sustained economic growth instead of political rhetoric.

Arodiogbu urged Nigerians to judge political leaders by their governance records and ability to sustain economic progress, expressing confidence that more citizens would benefit from the ongoing reforms as they mature through increased investment, improved productivity and expanded economic opportunities.

He reaffirmed the APC’s position that Nigeria’s path to sustainable development lies in consolidating existing reforms while refining policies where necessary.