According to the Sun, Senator Rufai Hanga, representing Kano Central Senatorial District for the New Nigeria People Party (NNPP), remarked that he wouldn't claim Nigerians have experienced significant improvements during Tinubu's recent tenure, but he defended the government, attributing challenges to the prior administration led by former President Muhammadu Buhari.
Hanga expressed that Buhari's presidency had left the country in a weakened state before Tinubu assumed power.
He defended Tinubu's leadership, citing examples such as the decrease in the value of the naira from N2,000 per dollar to less than N1,000, stating that Tinubu's experience prevented a worse outcome.
Hanga emphasized the difficulty of rebuilding after destruction, likening it to demolishing and reconstructing a house, indicating that Tinubu's efforts are commendable considering the circumstances.
The Senator affirmed his confidence in Tinubu's performance, stating that from his experience, Tinubu is managing well.
He addressed criticisms against Tinubu, suggesting that such condemnation might stem from hatred rather than rational assessment.
Hanga urged people to recognize Tinubu's efforts, highlighting his belief that Tinubu is handling the challenges effectively.
He said that, "I will not say Nigerians fared better in the last few months Tinubu has been in power, but it is not the fault of the government. Former President Muhammadu Buhari had already devastated and shattered the country before he left power.
If Asiwaju were not experienced, things would have been worse. People criticized him when the naira fell as low as N2,000 per dollar, but now it is less than N1,000.
The damage had already been done by Buhari. It is easy to destroy a thing, but it is not easy to rebuild it. You can bring bulldozer and demolish a house now, but it will take you some time to rebuild it back to its former position.
Tinubu is doing fine; I am experienced and I know what I am talking about. If you hear people castigating him or condemning him, maybe it is hatred. If somebody is rational, he will know that he is doing fine."