President Bola Tinubu's tenure has sparked a debate about the possibility of a constitutional amendment to extend his stay in office beyond the two-term limit. This comes after a monarch, Oba Abdulrosheed Akanbi, popularly known as the Oluwo of Iwo, praised the President's leadership style in a congratulatory message on his 74th birthday. The Oluwo described Tinubu as a decisive leader who has laid a foundation of hope for the country, pointing out that the President's administrative prowess has driven notable gains in the economy.
According to the Oluwo, the President's policies have led to improvements in the naira, a significant increase in foreign reserves, and strengthened economic indices. The foreign reserves have risen from about $1 billion to between $49.5 billion and $50.45 billion as of late February/March 2026. The Oluwo also cited the implementation of local government autonomy, increased earnings for states, and ongoing road projects such as the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Road and Sokoto-Badagry road as evidence of the President's effectiveness.
The Oluwo's comments have sparked a discussion about the possibility of a constitutional review to allow Tinubu to remain in office beyond the two-term limit. While the President's supporters see this as a possibility, critics argue that the President's term should not be extended beyond the constitutional limit.
The Oluwo's endorsement of President Tinubu's leadership style has sparked a heated debate about the possibility of extending his term beyond the two-term limit. The significant increase in foreign reserves and economic growth under the President's administration may have emboldened his supporters to push for a constitutional review. However, critics argue that this would undermine the country's democratic institutions and the rule of law.
