Ex-Governor Ayo Fayose says President Tinubu deserves praise now, not after death.
He defended Tinubu’s leadership and urged Nigerians to judge leaders fairly during their lifetime.
Former Ekiti Governor Ayo Fayose says he won’t join Nigerians who praise leaders only after death.
He insists President Tinubu is doing well and deserves recognition now.
Former Ekiti State Governor Ayodele Fayose has declared his full support for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, urging Nigerians to stop the culture of only praising public figures after their deaths.
Speaking in a widely circulated interview, Fayose remarked, “People in Nigeria only praise the dead… I am not among those praising the dead… Nobody should come and tell me that Tinubu is not doing well.” His comments have stirred debate across political and social circles, especially given the economic challenges facing many Nigerians.
Fayose, known for his outspoken views and political unpredictability, said President Tinubu is making tough but necessary decisions to reposition the country, adding that critics should give him time to implement his policies fully.
While acknowledging the difficulties many citizens are currently experiencing, the former governor insisted that leadership should be evaluated with fairness and consistency. He emphasized that his praise of Tinubu was not driven by political calculation but by his conviction that the President has shown capacity and courage.
Fayose’s comments come amid growing discontent over rising inflation, fuel prices, and the impact of foreign exchange reforms. However, his statement adds to a small but vocal group of political figures standing by Tinubu’s administration during turbulent times.
Reactions to Fayose’s comments have been mixed. Supporters of the President welcomed the endorsement, while critics accused Fayose of insensitivity to the hardships faced by Nigerians.
Still, the former governor maintained that authentic leadership should be acknowledged in the present, not romanticized after a leader’s demise.
