In a recent survey conducted by Lagos-based public perception consulting firm, CMC Connect LLP, in collaboration with Analysts Data Services and Resources (ADSR), an encouraging 62% of Nigerians believe that Nigeria will witness progress under the leadership of President Bola Tinubu.
The survey encompassed a diverse demographic of 1,714 participants hailing from the country’s six geopolitical zones.
These respondents actively shared their viewpoints and assessments concerning the initial 60 days of President Tinubu’s administration.
The survey’s outcomes underline a prevailing sense of optimism among Nigerians, signifying high hopes for the nation’s future trajectory under President Tinubu’s governance.
“38% do not see the country moving forward under the current administration, while 62% do,” the report reads.
“By and large, respondents are less satisfied with the first 60 days of the current administration, but they are more optimistic about the country moving forward under the current administration.”
The survey’s findings indicate that a considerable majority of participants express robust contentment over the suspension of Godwin Emefiele from his role as Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), governor, as well as the suspension of Abdulrasheed Bawa, the chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC).
The report highlights respondents’ endorsement of embracing both traditional and revamped naira notes as accepted legal tender. However, the prospect of removing electricity subsidies garnered noteworthy dissatisfaction due to concerns regarding the potential impact on energy costs.
The report said the unification of exchange rates and the president’s target of 6 percent average growth rate in the next four years also received moderate gratification levels from respondents.
“There is substantial dissatisfaction with the arrangement of the ministerial list among respondents, emphasizing the relevance of diversified and representative cabinet selections,” the report reads.
“The removal of petrol subsidy generates mixed views, with a significant portion becoming disheartened and harboring strong concerns, showing the sensitive nature of energy policy changes.
“Planned opening of more land borders, and the release of fertilizers and grains to farmers and households enjoy favorable reception.
“Respondents support the appointment of Service Chiefs and the dissolution of governing boards of government agencies.
“The establishment of the Nigerian education loan fund garners mixed satisfaction levels, underscoring the need for a balanced approach to education financing.”
The firms said the findings of the survey showed that 33 percent of the respondents did not vote in the last election, while 67 percent voted.
“51% of the respondents voted APC during the last election, 5% voted PDP, 32% voted LP, 2% voted NNPP, while 10% voted other parties,” the report adds.
The report created a noise
Meanwhile most Nigerians have questioned the realism of the report. Following up reactions from Nigerians on the X platform, formerly twitter, GOVIMA sees majority of Netizen reaction to this fact .
The X Content has pulled about 13.2k tweets on the platform. The @First ladyship writes
Look at this. Can you justify the wickedness of the leaders in Nigeria? Show me the 62% of Nigerians that are happy with the APC?” The Netizen added
According to Ojadike, it is obvious that the survey was rigged because 62% of the people interviewed could not all have agreed to deception.
The user said, “Let me also bring to your notice that the ‘so-called’ survey was rigged. 62% of Nigerians can’t be blind and foolish at the same time.”
“62% of Nigerians is 124m, Deceptive,” another user, Chukwuma Nwokoye claimed.
Another user @Ubig1 writes
“These Nigerians must be living in Mars & definitely not on earth because even Nigerians in diaspora can tell nothing is working under Tinubu let alone those in Nigeria who are directly bearing the brunt of his misrule.”
While @Mrgenius_ng says “Me I no dey among the 62%. Make Una remove me and count the remaining One”
