Tuesday, April 15, 2025 - A group, Arewa Coalition of Youths, have blasted Bayo Onanuga for his recent statement distancing President Bola Ahmed Tinubu from ongoing 2027 campaign efforts, saying that it is not only unnecessary but politically backward.
In a statement issued by its Director General, Abubakar
Aliyu Galadiman Takai, the group said, “Rather than acknowledging the
enthusiasm and loyalty of grassroots supporters across the country, the
statement undermines the very spirit of democratic engagement.”
The statement added, “It is disappointing that instead of
capitalizing on the overwhelming show of support and momentum being built by
devoted citizens, Onanuga chose to issue a restrictive declaration that dampens
morale.”
He noted that his (Onanuga’s) interpretation of the
electoral law is overly rigid and fails to recognize the difference between
unlawful campaigning and genuine political expression by citizens.
Takai strongly rejected the position, saying that the
support for President Tinubu is organic and nationwide, and it cannot and
should not be silenced by bureaucratic misinterpretation. Political visibility
is not a crime.
The Director General therefore called for the immediate
replacement of Bayo Onanuga with a more politically attuned and
grassroots-sensitive media adviser who understands the mood of the people and
can strategically harness the energy of Tinubu’s loyal base.
“To all loyal Tinubu supporters, do not be discouraged. Your
efforts are noticed, and your passion is the fuel of the 2027 vision. Keep the
fire burning, door to door, billboard to billboard, we remain resolute in our
support of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu,” he explained.
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