Yesterday, the Presidency waved off the “T-Pain” moniker directed at President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, describing it as mischief-driven and a non-issue.
Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, who defended his principal, insisted that Nigeria is on a steady path toward recovery and growth.
Onanuga emphasized that President Tinubu remained focused on addressing the challenges facing Nigerians.
He said the President is well aware of the difficulties citizens are experiencing and has consistently acknowledged their struggles, assuring that he is working tirelessly to provide relief and foster prosperity.
Onanuga, who chronicled the government’s accomplishments, countered criticisms about the state of the economy. He spoke on a television programme monitored by this newspaper.
“Despite inflation, we are still recording economic growth,” Onanuga said.
Beyond the economy, Onanuga also addressed recent criticisms levied against the government, particularly the nickname “T-Pain” given to the President by some citizens on social media – to reflect the economic hardship many feel.
Dismissing the moniker, he said: “The President does not read what is in the social media.”
Emphasising that Tinubu was aware of the country’s difficulties, he said “the name holds little weight”.
“The president has never shied away from telling Nigerians that he feels their pain,” Onanuga said, adding that the president is working diligently to bring relief to the nation.
