Tinubu’s Administration Is Failing, APC Is Collapsing – Dr. Moniedafe Warns

Former aspirant for the position of Deputy National Chairman (North) of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Dr. Sunny Moniedafe, has issued a grave warning about the current state of the ruling party and President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s leadership. In a candid interview on Channels Television’s Sunrise Daily on Tuesday, Moniedafe declared that the Tinubu-led administration is failing and that the APC may be heading towards collapse due to unresolved internal crises and a deficit of effective leadership.

Delivering a scathing critique of both the party and the federal government, Moniedafe didn’t mince words. “I think we are heading for the rocks. And I’m sorry to say this – President Tinubu is not doing well,” he stated, emphasizing his disappointment with the president’s performance after two years in office.

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Moniedafe expressed serious concern over Tinubu’s approach to party politics, alleging that the leadership has not been inclusive or forward-thinking. He cited growing unrest among stakeholders within the APC, particularly from legacy groups such as the former All Nigeria Peoples Party (ANPP), who are now pushing for the vice-presidential ticket in 2027 to be allocated within their bloc.

“I don’t blame them. They have a point. Everyone wants to protect their interest,” Moniedafe said, underlining the persistent factionalism that has plagued the APC since its formation. The APC was originally a merger of the ACN, CPC, ANPP, and a few other political interests, but these groups still maintain a strong influence within the party, to the detriment of unity and progress.

According to Moniedafe, these legacy blocs should have been dissolved or integrated more effectively by now. “We should have outgrown those things by now,” he lamented. He recounted personal efforts to keep the ACN bloc relevant, stating, “When CPC came up with their own bloc, I made calls pleading to show the President that the ACN exists.”

Moniedafe also criticized the party’s inability to articulate or defend government policies. In his view, many APC stakeholders “do not even know what to talk about” and lack the necessary understanding or platforms to engage with citizens constructively. He blamed this on weak internal accountability and poor coordination from the top.

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To stabilize the APC, Moniedafe suggested that President Tinubu should have convened a council of elders to serve as the party’s conscience and provide strategic guidance. “Currently, people are still lucky to be there. But Tinubu didn’t call us because he knows we won’t support some of his actions,” he claimed, hinting at internal exclusion and a resistance to dissenting voices within the party.

He reserved specific criticism for some of Tinubu’s major policy moves, particularly the controversial removal of fuel subsidies. While acknowledging that bold decisions are necessary, Moniedafe believes the process lacked clarity and empathy, especially given the economic pressure on ordinary Nigerians.

Even more controversially, he raised concerns over Tinubu’s perceived focus on securing a second term only two years into his presidency. “I have never heard, seen, or read about someone looking for a second term from the first day he was sworn in,” he said, implying that governance is being distracted by early politicking.

The former APC chieftain also addressed the escalating political tension in Rivers State, warning the federal government against interfering with elected state officials. “No elected president has the right to remove an elected governor. There is fire on the mountain,” he cautioned, adding to fears that the central government is overstepping its bounds in political disputes.

Dr. Moniedafe’s remarks have stirred discussions within political circles, with many interpreting his statements as a sign of growing disillusionment among some APC veterans. He indicated that he might exit the party if meaningful reforms are not enacted soon. “Don’t be shocked hearing from me,” he warned, pointing to dissatisfaction with recent appointments, including the new APC National Chairman.

Despite his criticism, Moniedafe concluded his appearance with a note of civility, wishing the newly appointed leadership success and urging them to steer the party in a more inclusive and transparent direction.

As 2027 looms and internal party rifts deepen, Moniedafe’s revelations may be a harbinger of larger tensions brewing within the APC. Whether President Tinubu can course-correct in time remains uncertain, but what is clear is that key figures within the party are no longer staying silent.