The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has launched a scathing critique of President Bola Tinubu’s administration, accusing it of failing to fulfil its campaign promise of providing uninterrupted electricity to Nigerians within four years.
In a post on X (formerly Twitter) on Saturday, ADC’s interim spokesman, Bolaji Abdullahi, reminded President Tinubu of his bold vow during the 2023 campaign: to ensure 24/7 electricity across the country or forfeit a second term bid.
“Today, we just want to take some time to remind President Tinubu that he promised Nigerians uninterrupted electricity within four years. Yes, that’s right, Mr President promised us 24/7 power. All by himself,” Abdullahi wrote.
He pointed to soaring electricity tariffs, which have reportedly risen by 240% since Tinubu assumed office, while the national grid has collapsed 12 times, disrupting power supply for millions of Nigerians.
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“Over 90 million Nigerians still lack electricity, while many get just 4 to 6 hours a day under Tinubu’s failed Band A–E system,” Abdullahi continued.
“In rural communities, most of Nigeria’s 50 million families remain completely off the grid, with no access to electricity at all.”
Abdullahi also criticised the administration’s inaction, citing a lack of meaningful reforms or a clear strategy to revitalise the power sector.
“We are past the halfway mark of this administration, and millions of Nigerians are still charging their phones at mobile charging kiosks, and spending hundreds of thousands to fuel their generators,” he added.
The ADC’s remarks reflect growing public frustration over power supply challenges, despite persistent promises from successive governments. The party’s criticism adds further pressure on the Tinubu administration to take decisive action as the 2027 election cycle looms closer.
