Fayose Lines Behind Tinubu, Says No Miracle Can Fix Nigeria Overnight
Former Ekiti State governor, Ayodele Fayose has come out in defense of President Bola Tinubu’s administration, praising its efforts in stabilizing Nigeria’s economy.
Fayose, a member of the opposition Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), made the comments after a personal visit to President Tinubu at his Lagos home on Monday night.
According to Fayose, his visit was aimed at encouraging President Tinubu to continue his work for the benefit of Nigerians. “My visit is personal, to further encourage him to continue to do what he’s doing for Nigerians,” Fayose told journalists after the meeting.
Fayose’s comments are significant, given his history as a vocal critic of the All Progressives Congress (APC) and President Tinubu.
However, the former governor’s praise for the President’s economic policies suggests that he may be softening his stance.
When asked about the state of the economy, Fayose acknowledged that the challenges facing Nigeria are significant, but emphasized that there is no quick fix.
“No one is saying it is easy, but there is no miracle that can turn around things overnight,” he said.
Fayose’s comments are likely to be seen as a vote of confidence in President Tinubu’s administration, which has faced criticism from some quarters over its handling of the economy.
The President has implemented a number of policies aimed at stabilizing the economy, including a new foreign exchange policy and a plan to increase revenue generation.
While some critics have argued that the President’s policies are not doing enough to address the country’s economic challenges, Fayose’s endorsement suggests that there may be a growing recognition of the efforts being made to turn the economy around.
It is worth noting that Fayose’s visit to President Tinubu is not the first time the two men have met.
Despite their differences, the two have a long history of cordial relations, and Fayose has previously praised President Tinubu’s leadership style.
The meeting between Fayose and President Tinubu is also likely to be seen as a positive development in terms of building bridges between the PDP and the APC.
The two parties have historically been bitter rivals, but Fayose’s visit suggests that there may be a growing willingness to put aside differences and work towards a common goal.
Fayose’s comments have sparked a mixed reaction from other politicians. Some have praised his willingness to put aside party differences and work towards a common goal, while others have criticized him for being too soft on the APC.
“We welcome Fayose’s comments and see them as a positive development. We believe that our policies are in the best interest of Nigerians, and we are willing to work with anyone who shares our vision,” said a spokesperson for the APC.
However, not everyone is convinced. “Fayose’s comments are a betrayal of the PDP’s values. We will not be swayed by the APC’s empty promises, and we will continue to hold them accountable for their actions,” said a spokesperson for the PDP.
