The African Democratic Congress (ADC) says President Bola Tinubu’s reported 30 per cent approval rating after three years in office reflects a broad loss of public confidence in his administration, citing worsening economic hardship, unemployment, and insecurity across the country.
In a statement issued on Friday by its National Publicity Secretary, Bolaji Abdullahi, the opposition party referenced findings from a nationwide survey conducted by Eagle Badger Data Analytics (EBDA), which it said captured growing dissatisfaction among Nigerians.
According to the ADC, the survey showed that 30.2 per cent of respondents approved of the President’s performance, while 47.5 per cent disapproved.
The party said the figures pointed to widespread frustration over rising living costs and declining economic conditions.
“For us in the ADC, the significance of this report is clear: a President with only 30 per cent approval after three years in office has lost the confidence of the Nigerian people,” the statement said.
The party further argued that nearly seven in 10 Nigerians were either dissatisfied with the government or unwilling to support its direction, describing the situation as more than a political concern.
“That is not a political challenge. That is a national rejection,” the ADC added.
Citing additional findings from the survey, the party said 62 per cent of respondents believed their living conditions had worsened compared to three years ago, while 23.3 per cent said they were better off.
It also noted that 42.4 per cent described their situation as “much worse.”
The ADC attributed the dissatisfaction to inflation and rising costs of living, claiming that food prices had increased by more than 90 per cent since May 2023, with overall consumer prices rising by about 80 per cent.
“The government continues to celebrate macroeconomic statistics, but Nigerians do not eat statistics.
”They eat food. They pay rent. They pay school fees. They pay transport fares. They confront insecurity,” the party stated.
On security, the ADC criticised the government’s handling of persistent attacks by bandits and other armed groups, saying many rural communities remain unsafe and farmers are unable to access their farmlands.
It argued that leadership should be assessed by outcomes rather than explanations, insisting that the worsening conditions highlight governance failures.
“The responsibility now belongs entirely to President Tinubu and his administration. Leadership is measured by outcomes, not excuses,” the statement added.
The party also said the survey demonstrates a clear link between economic hardship and declining approval ratings, and called for urgent reforms focused on job creation, improved security, and economic recovery.
Looking ahead to the 2027 general elections, the ADC said it remained committed to presenting itself as an alternative focused on accountability, improved living standards, and national development.
