Nigeria
Presidency Rejects Military Takeover Speculations, Affirms Tinubu’s Leadership is Not Weak
The Presidency has dismissed rumors of a military takeover, emphasizing that President Tinubu remains a resilient and capable leader. Discover the latest updates on Nigeria’s political stability.
The Presidency has announced that President Bola Tinubu is resolute and will not permit the military to seize power from him.
Bayo Onanuga, Special Adviser on Information and Strategy to Tinubu, commented in reaction to an editorial by The Guardian titled “Misery, Harsh Policies Driving Nigerians to Desperate Choices.”
In an open letter criticizing the editorial, Onanuga accused the news platform of trying to provoke unrest against Tinubu’s administration.
The letter states in part: “The lead article of The Guardian newspaper on Friday, October 25, 2024, titled ‘Calls for military intervention: misery and harsh policies driving Nigerians to desperate choices,’ incites unrest against President Bola Tinubu’s administration. It advocates regime change under the pretense of journalism. Both the provocative headline and accompanying cartoon demonstrate a departure from responsible reporting.”
The Guardian’s intentions are clear from the cover illustration to the article itself. While trying to present a balanced perspective, the author criticizes military rule yet simultaneously stirs up support for military intervention.
We need to consider how The Guardian can advocate for military intervention while appearing to criticize it, unless there is an intentional agenda at play.
We need to ask how The Guardian can support military intervention while outwardly criticizing it, unless there is an intentional agenda at play. This recent editorial highlights a concerning pattern where the publication continually promotes inflammatory and negative stories, risking damage to the core principles of responsible journalism.
President Tinubu has consistently urged for understanding and patience in the face of our nation’s challenges. This request is not a sign of weakness but rather an affirmation of his commitment to securing a brighter future for Nigeria.
