A recent opinion piece by Dele Sobowale, referencing comments from Emir Muhammadu Sanusi II, harshly critiques President Tinubu’s economic policies, dubbed “Tinubunomics.” Sanusi previously stated that effective economic policy must demonstrably improve citizen welfare. Sobowale’s article asserts that, based on this measure, Tinubu’s policies have failed to achieve positive results. The author suggests the current administration is relying on propaganda rather than substantial improvements to address poverty. The piece, published in Vanguard News, frames the economic approach as ineffective and detrimental to the Nigerian population’s well-being. It implies a significant disconnect between government claims and the lived experiences of citizens regarding economic hardship.