Nigeria’s president launches re-election manifesto but can he regain voters’ trust?
According to the BBC, Nigerian President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has launched his re-election manifesto titled 'From Reform to Prosperity'. The plan targets 6% annual economic growth by 2031, the recruitment of 78,000 additional security personnel, and the construction of 200,000 affordable homes. The manifesto comes as Nigeria prepares for general elections in January 2027, where Tinubu faces major challengers including Peter Obi and Atiku Abubakar. Tinubu's economic reforms, such as the removal of fuel subsidies, have been praised by international bodies like the IMF for restoring macroeconomic stability, but have also caused a sharp rise in the cost of living for many Nigerians. Analysts from SBM Intelligence and the organization Tracka note that despite a decline in headline inflation, households continue to face severe economic hardship. Beyond the economy, persistent insecurity, particularly in the north, remains a critical issue for both the incumbent administration and opposition candidates.