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Tinubu’s Food Security Reforms: A Reactionary Gimmick Driven by Fear, Not Empathy – ADC Fires Back
Tinubu’s Food Security Reforms: A Reactionary Gimmick Driven by Fear, Not Empathy – ADC Fires Back.
By George Omagbemi Sylvester | Published by SaharaWeeklyNG.com
In what appears to be a desperate scramble to douse public anger amid Nigeria’s worsening food crisis, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s recent pronouncements on food security have been described by the African Democratic Congress (ADC) as not only belated but driven by sheer fear of public backlash not empathy for the Nigerian people. While the President now talks tough about declaring food as a national emergency, the ADC has boldly called out this so-called reform agenda as a reactionary measure borne out of panic and not patriotism.
Nigerians are not fooled by press statements or cosmetic committee formations. They are HUNGRY. They are ANGRY. And above all, they are tired of being treated as STATISTICAL FOOTNOTES while the ruling elite feed fat on their agony. The skyrocketing prices of basic food items (garri, rice, beans, yam and even sachet water) have reached astronomical levels under this administration. This is not an ISOLATED MARKET DISTORTION. This is ECONOMIC SABOTAGE by NEGLECT.
According to the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS), inflation in Nigeria climbed to 34.1% in May 2025, with food inflation surpassing 40%, a devastating record. Over 31 million Nigerians, according to the United Nations World Food Programme, face acute food insecurity. These are not abstract numbers. They are your neighbors, family members and colleagues skipping meals or relying on charity to stay alive.
Yet, for almost two years since assuming office, Tinubu failed to prioritize agriculture beyond policy papers. His administration’s obsession with neoliberal economic theories (from fuel subsidy removal to currency floating) has compounded rural poverty, destroyed purchasing power and dismantled any existing structure for agricultural resilience. Now, when the streets begin to simmer with rage and the organized labour threatens more strikes, the President suddenly ‘discovers’ food security?
The African Democratic Congress is right in calling out the President’s food emergency declaration as fear-induced. The ADC National Chairman, Ralph Nwosu, minced no words recently:
“A government that ignored farmers, refused to support rural infrastructure and watched as bandits chased thousands of agricultural workers from their land cannot now pretend to care about food security. Tinubu is reacting to fear, not responding with empathy.”
This statement is not mere political rhetoric. The reality on the ground confirms that Tinubu’s food reforms are cosmetic, reactive and fundamentally disconnected from the lived realities of Nigerians.
SECURITY and AGRICULTURE: A Broken Link
Perhaps the greatest irony of Tinubu’s food security posturing is his failure to secure the rural economy. More than 12 million Nigerians have been displaced since 2009 due to insecurity, especially in the Middle Belt and northern regions, the country’s agricultural backbone. Bandits, terrorists and herders operate with impunity while farmers abandon their lands.
Dr. Akinyemi Olabode, an agricultural economist at the University of Ibadan, recently noted:
“You cannot talk about food security in a war zone. The real food security policy should begin with guaranteeing physical safety for farmers. Until then, these reforms are academic exercises.”
Rather than increase investment in agro-policing or community farming protection schemes, Tinubu’s government has consistently slashed the budgets of the Ministry of Agriculture while spending billions on luxury foreign trips, meaningless jamborees and inflated solar panels for Aso Rock.
Where Was Tinubu When Farmers Cried?
When farmers across Benue, Zamfara, Kaduna, Plateau and parts of Delta State cried out over the loss of farmland and attacks by armed herdsmen, where was Tinubu? When rice and maize associations demanded subsidized inputs and protection against imported produce, where was his empathy?
Instead of responding to the agricultural sector with strategic foresight, the President continued to parade imported technocrats with zero practical knowledge of local food systems. Policies like the so-called “GREEN IMPERATIVE” and MECHANIZED AGRICULTURE BLUEPRINT were mere buzzwords without budgetary backing. The Anchor Borrowers Programme, which had shown some promise under past administrations, was left in bureaucratic limbo.
ADC’s Bold Alternative Vision.
In contrast, the ADC has consistently championed a grassroots-centered approach to food security. The party advocates for a Food Sovereignty Act that would protect local farmers, enhance state-level ago-cooperatives and legalize land ownership rights for smallholders. Rather than depend on private profiteers or foreign donors, the ADC calls for direct community budgeting and a return to Nigeria’s rich agrarian heritage.
“We must move beyond press releases and fight food poverty like we fought Ebola or COVID-19,” says ADC spokesperson, Hon. Adaobi Onyekachi. “Food is not just an economic issue; it is a national survival issue. A hungry population cannot be loyal, peaceful or productive.”
The ADC further accused Tinubu of failing to engage agricultural unions, rural communities or academic think tanks before hastily declaring a state of emergency. This top-down leadership style, the party argues, has always resulted in policy failure; from the fuel subsidy chaos to the botched student loan scheme.
Lip Service vs. Real Policy.
In practical terms, Tinubu’s food policy lacks substance. There is no clear IMPLEMENTATION ROAD MAP. No RURAL INFRASTRUCTURE BUDGET. No POST-HARVEST PRESERVATION or LOGISTICS plan. No MONITORING AGENCY with actual teeth. Declaring emergency is one thing. Translating it into sustainable food pricing, availability and affordability is quite another.
Moreover, the government’s continued failure to regulate the activities of middlemen and commodity hoarders remains a key driver of food inflation. Without breaking the monopolies of urban market cartels and empowering producer cooperatives, farmers will remain poor and food prices will keep soaring.
Public Sentiment: Tinubu’s Growing Disconnect.
Public opinion is rapidly shifting against the President. Many Nigerians now see him as arrogant, disconnected and elitist. The ADC’s rebuke taps into this public frustration. It reflects a growing consensus that Tinubu’s administration is out of touch with grassroots pain and more concerned about international image than national dignity.
“We voted for renewed hope. What we got is renewed hunger,” says Ngozi Ede, a Lagos market trader. “Every day my capital shrinks, my customers cry and Tinubu is still flying abroad talking about investment. If we die of hunger, who will invest in a graveyard?”
In Retrospect: Nigeria Needs Empathy, Not Emergency Rhetoric.
The time has passed for performative governance. Nigerians demand real empathy, not emergency declarations rooted in fear of revolt. Food security cannot be achieved through fear-driven policy announcements. It requires bold, inclusive and honest leadership qualities sorely missing in the Tinubu presidency.
The ADC has rightly exposed the hollow nature of this food security charade. Nigeria deserves a government that does not wait for protests to feed its people. A government that leads with compassion, not coercion. One that plans ahead, listens to its farmers, respects its poor and sees every hungry child as a national failure, not a political liability.
Tinubu may have declared food a national emergency, but Nigerians already know; HUNGER became a national tragedy the day leadership forgot its PEOPLE.
By George Omagbemi Sylvester
Published by SaharaWeeklyNG.com
*Oyo Teachers Hold Solemn Assembly, Pray for Peace, Security*
Teachers in Oyo State have been urged to be steadfast in prayers for the State Wing Executive Council of the Nigeria Union of Teachers (NUT) and Oyo State.
The Chairman, NUT, Oyo State wing, Comrade Raji Oladimeji made the call on Thursday during a Solemn Assembly held at the Union’s headquarters in Ibadan.
The Nigeria Union of Teachers (NUT) holds an annual Solemn Assembly in Ibadan to commit the union’s activities, teachers’ welfare, and Oyo State into God’s hands through prayers led by Christian and Muslim clerics.
Comrade Oladimeji said the programme was designed to draw the leadership of the Union and the entire members closer to God, stressing that nothing was impossible with God.
Comrade Oladimeji said: “We pray to God to lead us, and to teach us what we need to know and what we need to do. We are here today to surrender our petitions to the Lord God. We believe He will hear us and our demands will come to pass”.
The NUT Chairman revealed that a lot was being done to improve the welfare of Oyo teachers, expressing confidence that Governor Seyi Makinde’s administration in improving on the welfare of teachers in the state.
He applauded relevant government agencies, such as Oyo State Universal Basic Education Board, OYOSUBEB, Oyo State Post-Primary Teaching Service Commission, TESCOM, and the Ministry of Education for prioritising the welfare of teachers.
Oladimeji equally appreciated the National President, NUT, Com. Audu Titus Amba for his relentless advocacy for improved teacher welfare, and his efforts in ensuring better working conditions across the country.
He therefore charged the teachers to be role models to their pupils and students.
Oladimeji also emphasized the need for teachers to seek the face of God in their lives to be able to discharge their duties aright.
In their separate sermons, Pastor (Mrs) Margaret ‘Dayo Akinrinde, from the Redeemed Christian Church of God, RCCG Oyo Province 2, Ibadan and Comrade Alh. Haroon Lawal, a retired Permanent Secretary likened teachers to a Shephard who dedicated much of His time to caring for His flock, further describing the teachers as the “shepherds of our generation”.
Consequently, the Union also donated welfare materials to teachers in the 33 local government areas of the State.
The items which include customized clothing materials and other items were distributed to NUT leaders for onward distribution to the teachers.
While distributing the items, the Chairman, Com. Raji Oladimeji informed members that the materials were given to appreciate the efforts that teachers have been putting into the education of students.
The event, which was attended by relevant authorities, and teachers from across the state, featured Quran and Bible readings, prayer session for the leadership of the NUT at all levels, for teachers across the country, for Union staff and for the entire workforce of Nigeria, amongst other prayer points.
PRESIDENT BOLA TINUBU AND GENERAL CHRISTOPHER MUSA: A NEW ERA OF SECURITY AND PROGRESS
By Prince Sunday Joshua Bako
President Bola Tinubu has made significant strides in addressing Nigeria’s security challenges since taking office, with notable important appointments and initiatives aimed at stabilizing the nation. One of his key important appointments is General Christopher Musa as the Minister of Defence, who has brought a wealth of experience and strategic thinking to the role.
General Musa, a seasoned military leader, hit the ground running, launching a series of bold operations to tackle the Boko Haram insurgency and other security threats. His approach has been characterized by speed, agility, and a deep understanding of the complexities of modern warfare.
In his first few months in office, General Musa has achieved significant milestones, including the liberation of over 1,500 hostages and the reclamation of strategic territories in Borra, as well as the introduction of mobile strike teams equipped with night-vision capabilities and armored vehicles.
The General established a dedicated Cyber Warfare Command to fortify Nigeria’s defenses against emerging threats, and introduced comprehensive health insurance for soldiers, covering combat-related injuries. Additionally, he has increased allowances for frontline troops by 20% in 2024, a move aimed at boosting morale and improving the welfare of security personnel.
President Tinubu has made historic and significant strides in addressing Nigeria’s security and economic challenges, implementing policies aimed at boosting growth and stability. His administration has launched initiatives to address banditry, kidnapping, and terrorism, and has invested in infrastructure projects to improve connectivity and economic development.
The headlines speak for themselves what it was during the last tenure of President Muhammadu Buhari’s tenure and the giant strides we have made now under President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and General Christopher Musa as Defence Minister.
1. Boko Haram Insurgency: 55 people killed in two raids near Maiduguri (2015)
2. Takum Taraba State Attack: 21 people killed (2015)
3. Agatu Massacre: Thousands displaced in Benue State (February 29, 2016)
4. Akure Cult Attack: 103 people killed (2017)
5. Ogbagi Akoko Bank Robbery: 20 people killed (2017)
6. Boko Haram Attack on Military Base: 66 personnel killed in Geidam (2018)
7. Kpanche Attack: 40 people killed in Kogi State (2018)
8. Izi Communal Clash: 85 people killed in Ebonyi State (April 2019)
9. Anguwan Aku Attack: 78 people killed in Kaduna State (April 2019)
10. Kankara Attack: 96 people killed in Katsina State (April 2019)
11. Safana, Dutsinma and Danmusa Attack: 67 people killed in Katsina State (2020)
12. Baga Convoy Attack: 30 people killed (2020)
13. Effium Attack: 14 people killed in Ebonyi State (2021)
14. Kurebe Ward Attack: 77 people killed in Niger State (February 2021)
15. Ebenebe Burial Attack: 20 people killed in Anambra State (February 26, 2022)
16. Owo Church Attack: 40 worshipers killed in Ondo State (June 5, 2022)
17. Aba Military Patrol Attack: unspecified number of Soldiers killed in Abia State (2022)
18. Niger State Terrorist Attack: Over 380 people killed (2022)
19. Ogun State Cult Violence: 8 people killed (2022)
20. Katsina Bandit Attack: 87 bandits killed (2022)
21. Northeast Nigeria Islamist Militant Attack: 340 people killed (2022)
22. Boko Haram-Related Violence: Over 5,000 fatalities (2016)
23. Herder-Farmer Clashes: 794 died in violence in middle belt region
24. Kidnapping: Growing industry flourished with high-profile cases
25. Niger Delta Militancy: Attacks on oil installations
26. Pro-Biafra Movement: Tensions and violence in southeast region
27. Islamist Insurgency: Thousands killed and displaced throughout northern Nigeria
28. Banditry: Increased attacks in northern Nigeria
29. Armed Robbery: historic threat to citizens
30. Cult Violence: Frequent attacks and killings during 8 years.
31. Terrorist Threats: US warns citizens in Nigeria to flee (2022)
32. Security Personnel Attacks: 238 police officers killed (2022)
33. Impeachment Attempts: Lawmakers try to remove Buhari (July 2022)
34. Boko Haram Amnesty Program: Controversy over government’s handling
35. Deradicalization Programs: Initiatives to reintegrate former militants who later rejoin insurgency
36. Operation Safe Corridor: Program to rehabilitate Boko Haram members end in controversy
37. National Counter Terrorism Strategy: Updated in 2016 failed
38. Military Campaigns: Operations against Boko Haram and other groups collapsed
39. International Cooperation: Support from US, UK, and other countries
40. Humanitarian Crisis: Displacement and economic impact
41. Economic Consequences: $100 billion disappeared or lost due to insecurity
42. Agricultural Impact: Farming disrupted in northeast and North West region
43. IDP Crisis: Over 4 million displaced
44. Security Budget: Increased spending with mixed results
45. Corruption Allegations: Questions over security fund management
46. Leadership Criticism: Analysts question Buhari’s approach
47. Ethnic and Religious Tensions: Ongoing conflicts
48. Porous Borders: Security challenges due to border control issues
49. Armed Groups: Rise of non-state actors
50. Civilian Casualties: High numbers reported throughout Buhari’s tenure
– Prince Sunday Joshua Bako Danborno is an All Progressive Congress Stalwart and Real Estate Merchant
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King Of Knossos, His Imperial Royal Eminence Archbishop King Benny Terry Danson Received Allocades from UKA.
King Of Knossos, His Imperial Royal Eminence Archbishop King Benny Terry Danson Received Allocades from UKA.
His Imperial Royal Eminence Archbishop King Benny Terry Danson, President Of International Council of Archbishops And Bishops for Charismatic And Pentecostal Churches. A citizen of United Kingdom of Atlantis (UKA), King Of Knossos in Greece.
While he was installed as King of Knossos promised sustained development and a lasting legacy for the island kingdom, assuring citizens that his reign will bring “a lot of things” for the benefit of the people.
Pledges Development and Lasting legacy.
Adding that his administration would focus on building the island to his taste, driving growth and progress, stressed that his reign would harness the full potential of the Knossos Kingdom, promising to introduce new infrastructure, attract investment, and strengthen the kingdom’s socio-economic standing. “We stand to gain a lot of things because the king is going to build that island to his taste, bringing development, bringing a lot of things,” he said.
The monarch expressed confidence that his leadership would open opportunities for growth while upholding the traditions of the kingdom.
A visionary leader, King Benny Terry Danson brings decades of transformative leadership to the role. As King of Knossos, Greece, he spearheaded initiatives that:
– *Revolutionized infrastructure*, driving economic growth,
– *Attracted global investment*, boosting the kingdom’s profile,
– *Strengthened socio-economic standing*, uplifting citizens.
_“We stand to gain a lot of things because the king is going to build that island to his taste,”_ he declared, emphasizing growth with tradition. His leadership in Knossos serves as a model for the UKA’s aspirations.
As President of the International Council of Archbishops and Bishops for Charismatic and Pentecostal Churches, King Danson wields global spiritual influence, aligning faith with progress. He has:
– *Fostered interfaith dialogue*, promoting unity,
– *Championed humanitarian causes*, aiding vulnerable communities,
– *Guided spiritual growth*, inspiring millions worldwide.
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In a landmark royal decree, the Office of the Minister of Information & Culture of the United Kingdom of Atlantis (UKA) has announced the appointment of *His Imperial Royal Eminence, King Sir Benny Terry Danson*, as the _Acting Admin King_ of the UKA Throne. The nomination was issued through an official directive from the UKA Throne and is intended to pave the way for King Sir Benny Terry Danson’s eventual ascension to the title of *Official Emperor Admin* of the Throne, subject to the completion of necessary formal and constitutional processes.
The UKA Throne emphasized that the appointment underscores its unwavering commitment to *competence, dedication, and integrity* as the guiding principles for all administrative functions within the government structure. Officials stated that the decision is a strategic move to reinforce national leadership and accelerate the kingdom’s vision of becoming a more efficient, progressive, and unified nation.
The new Acting Admin King will oversee initiatives aimed at fostering sustainable growth, improving public service delivery, and promoting collective national development among citizens and followers of the UKA. The government expressed deep appreciation for the continuous love, loyalty, and support shown by the populace, noting that public engagement is essential for the kingdom’s shared prosperity and advancement.
Further details regarding the formalization of the appointment, including ceremonial schedules and administrative timelines, will be released to the public in due course through official communication channels.
*Report Highlights:*
– *Nominee:* King Sir Benny Terry Danson, Acting Admin King.
– *Objective:* Transition toward becoming Official Emperor Admin of the UKA Throne.
– *Focus:* Strengthening governance through competence, dedication, and integrity.
– *Impact:* Expected to drive national efficiency, progress, and unity.
– *Next Steps:* Official ceremonies and constitutional procedures to follow.
The United Kingdom of Atlantis (UKA) is a sovereign entity dedicated to fostering global unity, humanitarian progress, and financial innovation. It operates under a regal framework that blends imperial tradition with futuristic economic strategies, including asset-backed digital currencies and sustainable development programs.
Emperor Nobiliis Solomon Winning is a transformative leader of the United Kingdom of Atlantis, driving innovative projects in finance, humanitarian efforts, and global development. His reign focuses on merging traditional monarchical values with modern technological advancements, exemplified by initiatives like the ATC digital currency.
The United Kingdom of Atlantis looks forward to achieving new milestones in governance and global impact under the stewardship of Emperor Solomon Winning to His Imperial Royal Eminence Archbishop King Benny Terry Danson.
His Imperial Royal Eminence Archbishop King Benny Terry Danson has advised politicians contesting in the upcoming elections to maintain peace and ensure stability in the country.
In a statement, Archbishop Danson also appealed to the President of Nigeria to consider the plagi situation of citizens and ease the burden of fuel price hikes, which have led to soaring transportation costs and inflation ¹ ² ³.
“With the current fuel price hikes, Nigerians are facing unprecedented economic hardship. It’s imperative that the government takes immediate action to cushion the impact on citizens,” Archbishop Danson said.
The Archbishop’s call comes as petrol prices hit around ₦1,300 per litre, with diesel prices exceeding ₦1,500 per litre, sparking concerns of inflationary pressures and economic instability.
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