In this episode of the Mic On Podcast, Seun Okinbaloye sits with the ADC Director of Strategic Communication and Senior Special Assistant on Public Communication to Atiku Abubakar, Phrank Shaibu, who discusses the Tinubu administration’s economic policies and the 2027 elections.

Shaibu criticizes the removal of fuel subsidy and dismisses the government’s petrol discount as inadequate. He also defends Atiku’s proposed production-based subsidy, arguing that it offers an alternative approach to easing economic hardship.

Looking ahead to 2027, Shaibu expresses confidence in the ADC’s chances, citing public dissatisfaction with the economy. He also raises concerns about possible electoral manipulation and insists that Nigerians are ready to defend their votes.

Guest:

Phrank Shaibu

(ADC Director of Strategic Communication / Senior Special Assistant on Public Communication to Atiku Abubakar)

In this episode of the Mic On Podcast, Seun Okinbaloye sits with President of the Nigeria Labour Congress, Comrade Joe Ajaero, who assesses the Tinubu administration’s claim of an “age of prosperity” and the realities facing Nigerian workers.

Ajaero criticizes the implementation of the minimum wage and says the government has failed to meet key commitments made to labour after the fuel subsidy removal. He also calls for increased domestic refining to reduce fuel prices and warns about declining purchasing power.

Looking ahead to 2027, Ajaero says the NLC will not endorse any presidential candidate but expects politicians seeking workers’ support to understand their struggles. He also urges the Tinubu administration to rebuild trust with organised labour.

Guest:

Comrade Joe Ajaero

(President, Nigeria Labour Congress)

In this episode of the Mic On Podcast, Seun Okinbaloye sits with the Governor of Nasarawa State, Abdullahi Sule, who discusses the Tinubu administration’s reforms, the economy and the 2027 elections.

Sule defends the government’s economic policies despite the hardship faced by Nigerians, while rejecting calls for the return of fuel subsidy. He also discusses the Osun election, opposition politics and the role of APC governors ahead of 2027.

Looking ahead, Sule expresses confidence in the Tinubu-Shettima ticket and argues that the administration has done enough to seek another term. He also discusses Nigeria’s participation at the UN General Assembly and growing international interest in the country’s mineral resources.

Guest:

Abdullahi Sule

(Governor of Nasarawa State)