Omokri Slams ADC Coalition for reviving old politicians, drawing backlash online for defending Tinubu amid hardship and rising discontent in Nigeria
Omokri Slams ADC Coalition as a desperate political move to unseat President Bola Tinubu in 2027, sparking outrage among Nigerian youths and civil society.
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Former Presidential aide, Reno Omokri, took to Instagram on Wednesday to condemn the emergence of David Mark and Rauf Aregbesola as interim leaders of the African Democratic Congress (ADC).
The ADC was recently adopted by the National Opposition Coalition Group (NOCG) as a common platform for 2027.
In his post, Omokri mocked the pedigree of the coalition’s new leadership. He referenced Mark’s controversial statement, “Telephones are not for the poor,” and accused Aregbesola of inciting religious unrest during his tenure as Osun State governor.
“David Mark is 77 years old, and Rauf Aregbesola is 68. And these are the people who will lead the new coalition party,” Omokri wrote.
“Can you, as a Nigerian youth, have any hope in such a gerontocratic party?”
He labelled the group an anti-Tinubu party, formed purely out of political frustration. According to him, their sole objective is to remove Tinubu, not to offer solutions to Nigeria’s challenges.
Omokri stated, “They have not come together to fight poverty or promote growth. Their manifesto is simply to return fuel subsidies and reclaim lost influence.”
He continued, accusing the coalition of resisting Tinubu’s economic reforms, particularly the removal of the fuel subsidy.
He argued that these reforms have improved Nigeria’s economic standing.
“They are not happy that Nigeria is now the largest fuel exporter in West Africa. There’s no more easy money. That is why they’ve found harmony in a shared enemy,” Omokri stated.
He highlighted the government’s reported progress under Tinubu, citing reduced national debt and reforms in taxation and education.
“Our national debt has dropped from $108.2 billion to $94.2 billion. Six hundred thousand students are now accessing education through the student loan scheme,” he added.
Can you, as a Nigerian youth, have any hope in such a gerontocratic party?
However, Omokri’s remarks have attracted fierce criticism online. Many Nigerians argue his support for Tinubu ignores the ongoing economic hardship and rising cost of living.
One user, Akinkunmi Akindele, wrote, “Sir, with all due respect, under Tinubu, it’s food, rent, and education that are not for the poor. Let’s not pretend suffering ended with past leaders.”
He dismissed the debt reduction claim, arguing that devaluation of the naira makes the real debt burden worse for Nigerians.
“We removed the subsidy without any cushioning for the masses,” he said.
Others mocked Omokri, calling him a political mercenary. One user wrote, “Dem pay Reno well well sha… He don turn Sergio Ramos for APC.”
Another added, “The country is in pain, and you defend this government like you’re on salary.”
Some, while not supporting the ADC coalition, rejected Omokri’s framing of the political landscape.
“We are not asking for 1980s telephone parties, but we also reject hardship disguised as reform,” wrote another user.
The backlash has sparked a broader debate on social media about youth disenchantment with Nigeria’s political class.
Many believe both old and current leaders have failed to address the country’s core issues.
Despite the uproar, Omokri stood by his position, insisting the opposition alliance was a cover for elite interests.
As the 2027 elections approach, the tension between pro-government voices and opposition sympathisers is expected to intensify.
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What remains clear is that Nigerians, particularly the youth, demand more than recycled leadership or partisan loyalty—they want real solutions.
