A Critical Assessment of President Tinubu’s Two-Year Tenure: Unfulfilled Promises and Mounting Challenges
Two years into his presidency, President Bola Tinubu’s administration faces a sobering assessment of its performance, with a recent report by the AdvoKC Foundation highlighting a significant gap between promises made and promises kept. While Tinubu marked his second anniversary in office with assurances of economic recovery and inclusive growth, the AdvoKC Foundation’s BAT-O-METER report paints a more complex picture, revealing significant shortcomings in the fulfillment of key campaign pledges. The report, titled "Renewed Hope: Promises, Progress, and Pending Dreams," provides a data-driven analysis of 24 presidential promises across crucial sectors, including economic development, education, healthcare, justice, security, and governance. The findings indicate a concerning trend of unmet commitments, raising questions about the administration’s ability to deliver on its ambitious agenda.
The BAT-O-METER report utilizes a comprehensive methodology to evaluate the progress made on each promise, categorizing them as "Promise Kept," "Compromised," or "Broken." The results reveal a stark reality: out of the 24 promises tracked, only seven have been fully implemented, while three have seen partial fulfillment. A staggering 14 promises have been categorized as "Broken," signifying a significant failure to deliver on commitments made to the Nigerian people. This pattern of unmet promises spans across various sectors, raising concerns about the administration’s priorities and its ability to effectively address the pressing needs of the nation. The report highlights the urgent need for a course correction to ensure that the remaining two years of President Tinubu’s tenure yield tangible results for the Nigerian populace.
The AdvoKC Foundation’s report further underscores the severity of the situation by pointing to a complete lack of progress in the healthcare sector. None of the healthcare-related promises have been fulfilled, leaving a critical gap in access to quality healthcare services for millions of Nigerians. This failure to deliver on healthcare commitments is particularly concerning given the existing challenges faced by the healthcare system and the importance of accessible and affordable healthcare for the well-being of the population. Moreover, the report identifies unmet pledges in other crucial areas, including food security, youth employment, digital judicial reform, and educational reform. These unfulfilled promises represent missed opportunities to address critical societal needs and contribute to the overall development of the nation.
The AdvoKC Foundation’s assessment comes at a time of increasing economic hardship for Nigerians, with rising inflation, high unemployment, and dwindling access to basic services. The World Bank’s April 2025 Poverty and Equity Brief, cited in the report, reveals a stark reality: over 75% of rural Nigerians are living below the poverty line. This grim statistic underscores the urgency of addressing the economic challenges facing the nation and highlights the need for effective policies and programs to alleviate poverty and improve the living conditions of vulnerable populations. The report emphasizes the importance of prioritizing economic development and job creation to address the root causes of poverty and inequality.
The BAT-O-METER initiative, developed under the Promise Tracker NG project, serves as a vital tool for promoting transparency and accountability in governance. By providing a data-driven assessment of government performance, the initiative empowers citizens to engage in informed discussions about the progress being made and hold elected officials accountable for their promises. The report emphasizes the importance of transparency and public accountability as essential pillars of good governance. It calls on the Tinubu administration to prioritize these principles in its decision-making processes and to engage in open and honest communication with the public about its plans and progress.
While acknowledging the complexities of governance, the AdvoKC Foundation urges President Tinubu to take decisive action to address the shortcomings identified in the report. With two years remaining in his term, there is still an opportunity to course-correct and deliver on the promises made to the Nigerian people. The report calls for a greater focus on implementation and a commitment to prioritizing the needs of the most vulnerable populations. The foundation emphasizes that the window of opportunity to make a meaningful impact is narrowing, underscoring the need for urgent action to address the challenges facing the nation and build a more prosperous and equitable future for all Nigerians. The report serves as a call to action, urging the administration to prioritize the needs of its citizens and work towards fulfilling the promises that underpinned its mandate.
