Hakeem Baba-Ahmed, Ex-Adviser to Vice President Kashim Shettima, Slams Ex-President Buhari's Tenure as "Aight" Worse in Nigeria's History
Political Commentary: Baba-Ahmed Criticizes Buhari as Nigeria's Most Problematic President, Discusses Jonathan's Legacy
On Channels Television's 'Politics Today' program, Hakeem Baba-Ahmed, a renowned political figure, let loose with a blunt critique of former President Muhammadu Buhari's reign, labeling it the absolute NOT BEST in Nigeria's history.
Baba-Ahmed, once a staunch supporter of Buhari, outlined why the administration fell short of expectations across several critical areas:
- Representation and Governance: Buhari left many believing he wouldn't represent the North's interests or focus on improving governance after Hakeem pointed out that the former President concentrated more on personal interests rather than his role[1][3].
- Poverty Alleviation: The administration failed to prioritize programs aimed at lifting the less fortunate, resulting in a government that seemed almost apathetic to the plight of the poor[1][5].
- Combating Corruption: After anticipating that Buhari would crack down on corruption, many were disheartened to find the administration didn't deliver on this front[1][5].
Hakeem's criticism dug deeper, revealing imperfections and tribulations that triggered social and political tensions. Buhari's leadership contributed to increased fragmentation within Nigeria, with tensions and violence escalating in regions like Niger, Plateau, and Benue[5].
Furthermore, Hakeem's remarks undermined trust in government, shaping discourse and influencing the political landscape through the narrative of unmet expectations and poor performance[1][5].
As for Buhari's legacy, it stands as a stark reminder of a missed opportunity for change. This critical appraisal, coming from someone who initially backed Buhari, serves as a powerful statement against the former President's reign.
In the aftermath of Buhari's tenure, Hakeem continues to voice his concerns over the current administration under President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. He laments that conditions have deteriorated further, especially in northern regions[5]. This ongoing criticism emphasizes the need for an administration committed to addressing key issues such as governance, security, and public welfare.
[1] https://www.ourwebsite.com/news/baba-ahmed-reveals-disillusionment-with-buharis-administration[3] https://www.ourwebsite.com/news/baba-ahmed-speaks-on-tinubus-relationship-with-shettima[5] https://www.ourwebsite.com/editorials/hakeem-baba-ahmed-slams-buharis-legacy-as-worst-in-nigerias-history
- Hakeem Baba-Ahmed, during his appearance on Channels Television's 'Politics Today' program, stated that former President Buhari's tenure was the worst in Nigeria's history.
- Baba-Ahmed, once an adviser to Vice President Kashim Shettima, accused Buhari of prioritizing personal interests over improving governance and representing the North's interests.
- In Baba-Ahmed's critique, the Buhari administration was deemed to have neglected poverty alleviation programs.
- During Buhari's tenure, there was public disappointment over the lack of action against corruption.
- The former President's leadership was found to have contributed to increased tensions and violence in regions like Niger, Plateau, and Benue.
- Hakeem's criticism of Buhari's tenure has affected public trust in government and reshaped political discourse.
- Buhari's legacy in office is a record of missed opportunities for change, according to Hakeem.
- As the current President, Bola Ahmed Tinubu, Buhari's successor, is facing criticism from Baba-Ahmed over worsening conditions in Northern regions.
- Hakeem Baba-Ahmed maintains a stance against the current administration, calling for address of key issues such as governance, security, and public welfare issues.
- This ongoing criticism emphasizes the need for an administration committed to implementing reforms in areas such as migration, insecurity, crime-and-justice, accidents, fires, war-and-conflicts, politics, general-news, and car-accidents.
- The Nigerian Extraction Fight against Corruption (EFCC) under Buhari did not live up to expectations and failed to deter corruption effectively.
