The Labour Party caucus in the House of Representatives has faulted the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), for ‘prioritising’ 2027 politics over the welfare and security of Nigerians.
The caucus labeled the development as insensitive, unconscionable and a clear example of questionable leadership.
According to the LP Reps caucus, while the President’s aspiration for re-election was legitimate, his priority should be addressing the pressing challenges facing Nigerians.
The caucus leader, Afam Victor Ogene, in a statement on Sunday stressed that the primary duty of a government was to ensure the welfare and security of its citizens.
However, the caucus criticised the APC and President Bola Tinubu for prioritising their 2027 reelection bid over these fundamental responsibilities.
The statement expressed deep concern and bewilderment that while the nation grappled with insecurity, the ruling party was either ignoring the issue or offering superficial solutions, rather than addressing the problem effectively.
“The situation has led to prolonged protests by local contractors who remain unpaid for completed projects, sparking economic hardship, stalled development, and a dearth of new projects,” it said.
