ECONOMIC HARDSHIP: ‘Your landlord won’t accept Tinubu is trying as rent’ — Anonymous writer tells Nigerians
*Says ‘Prioritise your personal welfare over online political arguments’
By KEMI KASUMU
The writer, in a commentary circulating on social media, questioned why some Nigerians who struggle to meet their financial obligations due to hardship – caused by Tinubu’s hastily imposed fuel subsidy removal and Naira devaluation policies on citizens – devote considerable time to defending the government whenever its policies or performance come under criticism.
An anonymous writer has criticised Nigerians, who passionately defend President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration on social media despite experiencing the same economic challenges they complain about, urging them to prioritise their personal welfare over online political arguments.
The writer, in a commentary circulating on social media, questioned why some Nigerians who struggle to meet their financial obligations due to hardship – caused by Tinubu’s hastily imposed fuel subsidy removal and Naira devaluation policies on citizens – devote considerable time to defending the government whenever its poor performances come under criticism.
According to the writer, many Nigerians are battling rising living expenses, transport fares and other financial pressures while engaging in online arguments about the economy and the Federal Government’s policies.
The anonymous writer observed that some people who struggle to survive until payday nevertheless spend time explaining economic policies, including fuel subsidy issues, and defending the administration against criticism.
The commentary highlighted the contrast between online political arguments and the everyday realities of Nigerians, noting that landlords, supermarkets and filling stations do not accept political slogans as payment for essential needs.
“Your landlord doesn’t accept ‘Tinubu is trying’ as rent,” the writer stated, adding that supermarkets would not accept claims that the economy was improving in exchange for groceries.
The writer also questioned the practical benefits of defending the government on social media, observing that such activities would not automatically reduce transport fares, provide petrol or improve electricity supply.
The commentary further argued that political loyalty should not prevent citizens from expressing concerns about economic hardship or demanding accountability from those in government.
“At some point, my friend, politics should leave social media and enter your pocket,” the writer declared.
The anonymous author also suggested that Nigerians who consistently defend the administration online should consider whether their efforts were producing any tangible benefits for them, particularly when they still struggle to afford school fees, medication and daily meals.
The writer concluded by urging Nigerians to pay greater attention to their economic realities rather than engaging in endless online political battles.
The commentary comes amid continuing public debate over the cost of living, household expenses and the economic impact of government policies under President Tinubu’s administration.
