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Presidency admits more Nigerians fell into poverty under Tinubu
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· October 7, 2026
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Key points Further details on the report and the Presidency's response are available, including The Economist's assessment of the president's chances in the 2027 polls. The Presidency has acknowledged that more Nigerians have fallen into poverty under President Bola Tinubu's administration.
The Presidency has acknowledged that more Nigerians have fallen into poverty under President Bola Tinubu's administration. This situation is attributed to the consequences of government reforms.
The Presidency also responded to a report by The Economist, describing it as lacking substance. The report discussed public dissatisfaction with President Tinubu's performance and potential factors affecting his re-election bid.
Further details on the report and the Presidency's response are available, including The Economist's assessment of the president's chances in the 2027 polls.
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Category: News Published: October 7, 2026 Source: Vanguard Reading time: 1 min
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