Former Minister of Youth and Sports Development, Solomon Dalung, has criticised President Bola Tinubu’s administration, arguing that ordinary Nigerians are not benefiting from ongoing economic reforms.

Dalung made the remarks during an interview with journalist Seun Okinbaloye, where he assessed the country’s economic and security situation under the current government.

He claimed that the benefits of governance since 2023 have largely been limited to those within the political leadership, suggesting a widening gap between government officials and ordinary citizens.

“The only people from 2023 to now that have been transformed are Tinubu and people in his government,” Dalung said.

The former minister argued that worsening insecurity, unemployment, and economic hardship remain major concerns for Nigerians and could significantly influence voter sentiment ahead of future elections.

He maintained that insecurity, in particular, may become a defining issue for President Bola Tinubu’s political future if not urgently addressed.

“The main offence that Tinubu would have said to have committed in the eyes of voters would be insecurity,” he said.

Dalung also pointed to economic hardship and alleged mismanagement of public resources as key factors shaping public dissatisfaction with the government.

“Insecurity, untold hardship, mismanagement of the economy, corruption, unemployment,” he added.

According to him, these challenges reflect growing frustration among citizens who are struggling to cope with rising living costs and limited economic opportunities.

He further expressed concern about increasing tension in parts of the Southwest, particularly in Ibadan, warning that signs of public unrest should not be ignored by authorities.

Dalung referenced reports of street-level disturbances, urging government attention to prevent further escalation of insecurity and social instability.

“Have you ever imagined what is happening in the Southwest? Where in Ibadan… you could hear women coming out shouting ‘ole, ole,’” he said.

He warned that failure to address these issues could push the country toward repeating past cycles of political and social instability.

Dalung’s comments add to ongoing national debates over the impact of economic reforms, inflation, and security challenges under the Tinubu administration, as public discourse intensifies ahead of future political cycles.