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In the wake of mounting economic challenges in Nigeria, there’s a palpable shift in the discourse surrounding the responsibility for these struggles, particularly away from political stalwart Bola Tinubu….READ ALSO

As the country grapples with inflation, unemployment, and other economic woes, voices within various quarters are increasingly pointing fingers at the policies and administration of former President Muhammadu Buhari.

The Pan-Yoruba Socio-political group, Afenifere, notably stepped forward, articulating that the economic downturn plaguing the nation should be attributed more to the preceding Buhari administration than to Tinubu.

In a statement issued by its Publicity and Organizing Secretaries, Jare Ajayi and Kole Omololu, Afenifere underscored how the Buhari government left behind a series of economic pitfalls that have hindered subsequent administrations, including that of Tinubu.

Among the grievances raised by Afenifere was the absence of provisions for oil subsidies in the budget during Buhari’s tenure, which later prompted Tinubu to cancel these subsidies in his inaugural speech.

The group pointed out that Buhari’s administration failed to fulfill promises made, allowing economic challenges to exacerbate, while also struggling to address security concerns effectively.

Furthermore, Afenifere criticized Buhari’s handling of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), highlighting instances where officials allegedly resorted to printing money and engaging in questionable financial practices. The revelation of printing billions of naira to fund government expenses raised serious questions about the country’s fiscal management under Buhari’s leadership.

While acknowledging the economic complexities inherited by subsequent administrations, including that of Tinubu, Afenifere emphasized that the roots of Nigeria’s economic woes lie in the decisions and policies of past administrations, particularly under Buhari’s tenure.

As the nation navigates through these economic challenges, the debate over accountability continues, with stakeholders urging a more critical examination of past governance practices and a concerted effort to implement reforms aimed at steering Nigeria towards economic stability and prosperity.