The National Security Adviser, Mallam Nuhu Ribadu, has cautioned critics of President Bola Tinubu’s administration against underestimating his leadership and commitment to transforming Nigeria, describing such detractors as relics of a failed past.
Speaking at the National Cybersecurity Conference 2025 held in Abuja on Wednesday, Ribadu declared that Nigeria is now safer, more stable, and increasingly attractive for investment, due to the reforms and strategic policies introduced under President Tinubu.
Ribadu dismissed ongoing criticisms from certain quarters as the rantings of “expired” political figures who felt entitled to perpetual relevance, warning that Nigerians are now more discerning and will not be swayed by propaganda.
“We have quality leadership today in our country. Mr. President is a digital President. People who underestimate him are doing so at their own peril,” Ribadu declared.
His remarks came as the African Democratic Congress accused the Presidency of fabricating claims of an alleged plot to overthrow Tinubu’s government, alleging it was a tactic to justify clamping down on opposition figures.
Meanwhile, former Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Babachir Lawal, claimed that some governors and senior All Progressives Congress members are secretly supporting the opposition coalition.
In a related development, Senator Ireti Kingibe, representing the Federal Capital Territory, confirmed that while she remains a Labour Party member, she has aligned with the opposition coalition under the ADC platform.
However, Senator Abba Moro (Benue South) reaffirmed his loyalty to the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), stating he has no plans to join any opposition alliance.
Similarly, PDP leaders in Ondo State distanced themselves from former governorship candidates and members who recently defected to the ADC.
Amid the political realignments, the PDP dismissed assertions of its declining influence, insisting it is regrouping for a strong comeback in the 2027 elections.