Says only irresponsible voters would support ruling party without examining its record
The Ogun State governorship candidate of the National Rescue Movement (NRM), Chief Ambassador Olujobi Ezekiel Fayoyin, has launched a scathing attack on the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), questioning the party’s continued claim to public support amid the prevailing economic hardship confronting Nigerians.
Fayoyin, in a strongly worded statement ahead of the 2027 general elections, argued that Nigerians must critically assess the performance of those in government and the impact of their policies before deciding which political party deserves their votes.
The NRM governorship candidate particularly questioned the effects of the economic reforms introduced by the APC-led Federal Government on the lives of ordinary Nigerians, citing rising food costs, transportation expenses, education and healthcare challenges, as well as the struggles facing small businesses and households.
According to him, while governments may defend certain economic reforms as necessary, such policies must ultimately be judged by their impact on the welfare and living conditions of the people.
“Government cannot continue to ask the people for patience while families struggle to afford basic necessities. Political leaders must understand that the patience of the people should never be mistaken for acceptance of hardship,” Fayoyin said.
He maintained that continued support for the ruling party without a careful examination of its record and the consequences of its policies raised serious questions about political responsibility.
Fayoyin stressed that the 2027 election should not be determined by party loyalty, political sentiments or campaign propaganda, but by the performance and records of those seeking public office.
He challenged APC leaders and supporters to point to the practical benefits Nigerians have derived from the party’s policies, insisting that citizens deserve measurable improvements in their living conditions rather than repeated political assurances.
The NRM candidate also said the political future of Ogun State should not be limited to the dominance of established political parties, urging voters to consider alternative political platforms and demand clear and credible development proposals.
According to Fayoyin, the people of Ogun State deserve a government that places priority on employment generation, quality education, affordable healthcare, rural development, agricultural productivity, infrastructure and economic opportunities for young people.
He called on Nigerians, particularly Ogun voters, to approach the 2027 election with a strong sense of responsibility, describing the ballot as one of the most important instruments available to citizens in demanding accountability from political leaders.
“No political party should regard the people’s votes as an entitlement. Public confidence must be earned through responsible governance and demonstrable performance,” he said.
Fayoyin said the growing hardship experienced by many Nigerians should serve as a major consideration for voters as they prepare for the next round of elections.
“Ogun State is bigger than any political party. The future of our people must not be sacrificed on the altar of political loyalty. Leadership must be measured by what it delivers, not merely by what it promises,” he stated.
The NRM governorship candidate reaffirmed his commitment to presenting what he described as an alternative political vision for Ogun State, with a focus on people-oriented policies and accountable leadership.
Chief Ambassador Olujobi Ezekiel Fayoyin is the National Rescue Movement governorship candidate for the 2027 Ogun State election.
His comments add to the growing political debate ahead of the election, as political parties and aspirants position themselves to make governance, economic conditions and public accountability central issues in the campaign.