The Special Adviser to President Bola Tinubu on Media and Public Communications, Sunday Dare, has dismissed opposition criticism of the administration, saying rivals have failed to offer credible alternatives.
Speaking during a media engagement, Dare said the opposition has focused on “complaining and fragmentation” rather than presenting superior policy ideas.
“We have not seen the superiority of their argument when it comes to programs,” he said, adding that the government remains open to debate on economic policies.
He insisted the administration would not be distracted, noting that reforms are already yielding results.
“This country is on the path of reform and recovery,” he said, citing improving economic indicators and international recognition.
Dare also rejected claims that Nigeria is drifting toward a one-party state, maintaining that the country remains a multi-party democracy.
He pointed to recent opposition gatherings as evidence of political freedom. “Our democracy is strong, and that is why they can hold such meetings without hindrance,” he said.
Responding to criticisms from opposition figures, including Pat Utomi, who described government policies as a “Ponzi scheme,” Dare dismissed the claims as lacking intellectual merit.
He defended key reforms such as fuel subsidy removal and foreign exchange unification, arguing they are necessary for long-term stability.
On security and governance concerns raised by other critics, Dare said the administration remains focused on delivering results, urging opponents to engage with data rather than rhetoric.
“There are policies in place, and they are working,” he said.
He added that political tensions and criticism are part of a healthy democracy but warned against what he described as attempts to undermine public confidence.
