By: Joy Musa
In Bauchi State, North East Nigeria, political tension flared as a one-time devoted supporter of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu staged a fiery protest against the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) administration. The demonstrator, choosing to remain anonymous, set ablaze his campaign T-shirt, symbolizing a stark break from the political party he once defended.
Loading ...The act, which occurred ahead of the anticipated 2027 election, has captured public attention and ignited widespread discourse. The protester accused the APC-led government of failing to uphold its promises citing deepening economic hardship, unchecked insecurity, and dwindling public trust.
“I was a die-hard supporter of President Tinubu, but the reality of the situation has dawned on me,” he declared. “The APC government has failed us, and it’s time for us to speak out.”
Eyewitnesses described the event as emotional and symbolic, underscoring the growing disillusionment amongst ordinary citizens. Reactions on social media have been polarized: some hail the boldness of the protest, while others criticize it as inflammatory.
Political analysts see the event as a warning sign of deepening frustrations that could mobilize more dissent as the 2027 election alignment looms. The APC administration, meanwhile, is yet to officially respond to the incident.
As Nigeria’s democracy matures, symbolic acts like these highlight the urgent calls for governance that delivers on promises and restores public confidence.
