Nigerians Decry Economic Hardship, Call Tinubu ‘One Term President’ On Twitter

Amid growing economic hardship in Nigeria, citizens are expressing their dissatisfaction with the current administration led by President Bola Tinubu.

This frustration is largely attributed to the removal of the fuel subsidy, a move that has led to a sharp rise in the cost of living and a surge in the prices of essential commodities across the country.

The removal of the subsidy, a major policy decision by Tinubu’s government, was intended to stabilize the economy by freeing up funds for other sectors.

However, the immediate impact has been severe, with many Nigerians struggling to cope with skyrocketing fuel and transportation costs, which have triggered increases in food prices and other essentials.

In light of these economic challenges, Abdul-Aziz Abubakar, an ally of former Vice President and 2023 presidential candidate Atiku Abubakar, took to his X handle (former Twitter) to gauge public sentiment regarding a potential second term for President Tinubu.

Using his handle @jrnaib2, Abdul-Aziz asked Nigerians who do not want Tinubu to win a second term to comment “OTP,” meaning “One Term President.”

This prompt has resonated with many Nigerians, who have flooded X with the acronym, signaling their discontent with the current administration and their desire for change in 2027.

Users have been quick to express their frustration, with one user, @I_balamusa, simply responding, “OTP,” echoing the sentiments of many others.

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The wave of comments continued, with users such as @DangidaY, @richardegabou, @Nafsongy, and @bellobappa92 all posting “OTP” in unison.

Similarly, @JohnSkamale and @BillyFagge joined the chorus of Nigerians who feel that Tinubu’s tenure should be limited to one term due to the economic strain many are facing.

While the majority of the comments were in support of Tinubu serving just one term, there were a few dissenting voices. X user @joycres offered a contrasting view, stating, “If Obi is not going for president, let Tinubu continue. I want the suffering to reach everyone very well.” This sarcastic remark reflects the level of frustration many Nigerians feel, with some suggesting that the hardship should be universally felt.

Another X user, @hassangunmmi, took a more philosophical approach, arguing that the solution to Nigeria’s problems does not lie in merely replacing the president. “If you think changing Tinubu will solve our problem, then we are still far from the solution. ‘Change begins with me,'” he stated, urging Nigerians to focus on broader societal issues beyond political leadership.

Despite these differing opinions, the overall sentiment on Twitter was clear: a large section of Nigerians are unhappy with the current state of the economy and do not want Tinubu to serve a second term.

The “OTP” trend continues to gain traction as a form of protest against the perceived failures of his administration.

With the 2027 elections still a few years away, this early public reaction may serve as a warning to the Tinubu administration to address the economic challenges facing the country. Whether the “OTP” will translate into a larger political movement remains to be seen, but it is evident that Nigerians are vocalizing their displeasure with the current state of affairs.