From Press Freedom Advocate to Presidential Spokesman: A Critique of Bayo Onanuga

This commentary examines the transformation of Bayo Onanuga from a journalist who confronted military rule in the 1990s to a prominent voice in the Tinubu administration. It recalls his work at African Concord and The News, as well as his arrests during the Abacha era. It then contrasts that record with his recent public remarks on economic hardship, press criticism, ethnic politics, security, and opposition figures. The writer argues that Onanuga’s statements on hunger, alleged calls for harsh punishment of vandals, and accusations against critics conflict with the democratic principles he once defended. The article ultimately presents this shift as a cautionary story about power, principle, and political loyalty.

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