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You can’t defend Tinubu’s govt without looking stupid – Isaac Fayose
**Defending Tinubu's Govt Without Being Stupid - Isaac Fayose**
Popular Nigerian businessman and social media influencer, Isaac Fayose, has expressed his reservations about the administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, describing it as a difficult task to defend.
Fayose's comment comes on the heels of an interview granted by Daniel Bwala, the Special Adviser to the President on Policy Communication, on the Al Jazeera programme, Head to Head. In the interview, Bwala discussed the security situation in Nigeria, which has been trending negatively.
When asked if the government was proud of reports that Nigeria had become the fifth deadliest country in the world, Bwala acknowledged the existence of insecurity but attributed it to the emergence of narratives about a "Christian genocide." This response sparked controversy, and Fayose seized the opportunity to express his concern.
In a Facebook video, Fayose criticized the government's handling of the security situation, stating that "you can't defend this government without looking stupid." He expressed dismay at Nigeria's current ranking as the fifth deadliest country in the world and questioned how the country ended up in this situation.
Fayose also took a swipe at some politicians, describing them as "wicked." His comments have sparked a heated debate on social media, with some Nigerians defending the government's policies while others share Fayose's concerns.
It is worth noting that Nigeria's security challenges are multifaceted, with kidnappings, banditry, and terrorism being some of the major issues. The government's handling of these challenges has been a subject of controversy, with many Nigerians calling for more effective solutions.
Fayose's remarks have added to the ongoing conversation about the government's performance, particularly in the security sector.