In a surprising revelation, former Nigerian president Muhammadu Buhari has confessed that the withdrawal of oil subsidy during his tenure was not driven by the country’s economic interests but rather served as a political strategy to benefit the All Progressives Congress (APC) and its presidential candidate, 
Bola Tinubu, in the February 25, 2023 elections. This disclosure, conveyed through a press statement by former presidential media aide Mallam Garba Shehu, has sparked widespread criticism and raised concerns about how national interests were prioritized during Buhari’s time in office.
The public response to Buhari’s confession has been marked by outrage, with Nigerians questioning whether his decisions were guided by a genuine commitment to serving the nation or driven by political calculations.
The removal of oil subsidy resulted in an immediate increase in fuel prices, exacerbating the economic hardships faced by ordinary citizens. This has further fueled dissatisfaction with Buhari’s governance and reignited debates about the prevalence of corruption within his administration.
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