2027: ‘Asiwaju Over And Over’ – Reno Omokri Backs Tinubu Over Atiku

2027: ‘Asiwaju Over And Over’ – Reno Omokri  Backs Tinubu Over Atiku

Reno Omokri, a former New Media Aide to ex-President Goodluck Jonathan and once a staunch supporter of former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, has expressed his intention to support the re-election of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu in the 2027 elections.

Omokri, who has shifted allegiance from Atiku to Tinubu, attributed his decision to what he described as the brilliant performance of the current administration. Speaking in an interview with Tribune, Omokri highlighted the economic reforms initiated by Tinubu’s government and their impact on Nigeria’s trade and diaspora engagements.

Omokri praised the administration’s policies, noting that Nigeria has achieved six consecutive trade surpluses, a historic milestone. He explained that the devaluation of the naira, while challenging for local consumers, has positively affected the trade balance by reducing the demand for imported goods.

“For the first time in Nigeria’s history, we have six cycles of trade surpluses, which means we are now exporting more than we are importing,” he said.

He also pointed out that the low value of the naira has attracted Nigerians in the diaspora and foreign visitors during the festive season, particularly for events like “Detty December,” as goods and services in the country have become more affordable for them.

“Nigerians in the diaspora came home in large numbers because things are now cheap in Nigeria for them due to the low value of the naira,” Omokri added.

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Omokri disclosed that he had a meeting with President Tinubu, during which he commended the president for his achievements, particularly in the financial sector.

“I told him that he is doing very well. Nigeria broke records with our all-share index at the stock exchange last year. In February, we surpassed the 100,000-share index for the first time and became the most profitable stock exchange in the world. Although we later slipped to second in Africa behind Zimbabwe, this is a significant achievement,” Omokri said.

Omokri also advised Tinubu to publicize his administration’s achievements more effectively. He argued that the lack of adequate self-promotion allows critics to dominate public discourse.

“So, what I told the president was, ‘You need to sing your praises more often. A lot of positive things are happening, but because you are not blowing your trumpet, your enemies are blowing theirs.’”

Omokri’s endorsement of Tinubu marks a significant political shift, especially given his previous alignment with Atiku Abubakar. His comments reflect a growing focus on Tinubu’s economic policies as a key factor influencing political allegiances ahead of the 2027 elections.

Omokri concluded by reaffirming his support for Tinubu, saying, “I will support Asiwaju over and over again, and I have my reasons for that. His reforms are working.”

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