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Tinubu is not Nigeria’s messiah, but he only came to strengthen our democracy–Elijah Ayodele

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According to Daily Post, On Saturday, Primate Elijah Ayodele, the Leader of INRI Evangelical Spiritual Church, expressed his views on President Bola Tinubu’s leadership, indicating that while Tinubu aims to bolster Nigeria's democratic framework, he is not the transformative figure the nation requires. Primate Ayodele conveyed his concerns during a press briefing in Lagos, where he outlined his perspective on Tinubu's presidency and the broader implications for Nigeria's future.

Primate Ayodele emphasized that despite Tinubu's intentions to reinforce democracy, the nation's economic conditions are unlikely to see significant improvement under his administration. The prophet's remarks suggest a limited scope of impact from Tinubu's policies, focusing more on political structure rather than economic rejuvenation. This sentiment reflects a critical viewpoint on the current administration’s ability to address the pressing economic issues facing Nigeria.

The prophet also highlighted potential political challenges for President Tinubu, particularly regarding a possible bid for a second term. Primate Ayodele warned that Tinubu may encounter substantial obstacles if he chooses to seek re-election. This cautionary note underscores the complexities and potential resistance within Nigeria's political landscape, suggesting that Tinubu's path to continued leadership might be fraught with difficulties.

Addressing the issue of national security, Primate Ayodele dismissed the notion that establishing state police forces would resolve Nigeria's ongoing insecurity problems. He argued that such measures could be counterproductive, potentially being exploited by politicians to exacerbate rather than alleviate security concerns. This stance reflects a broader skepticism about decentralized policing as a viable solution to the country's security challenges.

According to Ayodele: “Tinubu is not Nigeria’s messiah but only came to do one or two things, and what he came to do is to strengthen our democracy.