President Tinubu Dismisses Critics In Enugu Visit And Blames Previous Administrations For Power Sector Failure

President Tinubu says he doesn't lose sleep over criticism and blames past leaders for power failures while praising Governor Mbah’s development in Enugu.

By: AXL Media

Published: Apr 22, 2026, 5:10 AM EDT

Source: Information for this report was sourced from Peoples Gazette

Dismissing Public Criticism Amid Reforms

President Bola Tinubu has sent a firm message to his critics, stating that he does not "lose sleep" over the disapproval voiced by sections of the Nigerian public. Speaking at a strategic meeting in Enugu on Tuesday with a delegation led by Governor Peter Mbah, the President urged political leaders to remain resilient against intimidation. He characterized the criticism as a natural byproduct of difficult decisions, insisting that his administration is focused on building a "bright hope" for future generations rather than winning immediate popularity contests.

Critique Of Past Power Sector Privatization

In a pointed critique of previous leadership, President Tinubu blamed former heads of state for the country's perennial energy crisis. He alleged that previous administrations privatized the electricity sector in a manner that was ineffective and failed to deliver results, effectively "giving us darkness." The President noted that his government is currently working to navigate the fallout of these historical policy failures to build a modern power framework that can support industrial growth and improve the welfare of joyful citizens.

Validation Of Economic Policies Via Sub-Nationals

The President used the meeting to highlight the impact of his administration’s economic reforms at the state level. He commended governors for effectively utilizing the additional resources released to sub-national governments, citing improvements in health, education, and infrastructure as tangible evidence that the reforms are yielding outcomes. Tinubu observed that the recent political realignment in states like Enugu, where Governor Mbah has aligned closely with the federal government, is a direct result of sustained support and visible development progress.