Does Northern Discontent With Tinubu Amount to Hate?

As the 2027 election approaches, the North remains a crucial voting bloc. Many voters who backed President Bola Tinubu in 2023 now question whether their expectations on security, food prices, farming and livelihoods have been met. The argument is that criticism of the administration should not automatically be described as hatred. Families facing rising living costs, kidnappings and restricted access to farmlands are demanding accountability and visible improvements in their daily lives. The piece also questions the impact of increased public revenue and borrowing, arguing that citizens have seen little improvement despite the sacrifices linked to subsidy removal. It says both the Federal Government and state governors should be held responsible for hardship and poor delivery of essential services. Ahead of the next election, the writer warns that political rallies and large crowds may not reflect genuine public support unless leaders address insecurity, economic pain and widespread frustration across the region.

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