He’s Not ‘T-Pain’”: Tinubu Feels Nigerians’ Hardships, Says Bayo Onanuga

Presidential spokesman Bayo Onanuga assured Nigerians that President Bola Tinubu understands their hardships and is committed to improving the economy. Speaking on Channels TV, Onanuga dismissed social media nicknames like “T-Pain,” calling them “mischievous” and asserting that Tinubu remains focused on economic recovery. Acknowledging the tough impact of inflation and recent policy changes—such as the removal of petrol subsidies and forex unification—Onanuga highlighted the administration’s goal of long-term stability despite current discomfort. While Nigerians face record food and energy costs, the government remains steadfast in its reforms, promising that “better days are nearer.”