The presidency’s strong reaction signals a growing tension within the ruling APC as the government pushes to implement its economic agenda amidst internal dissent and mounting public scrutiny.
In May, 22 governors elected on the platform of the All Progressives Congress (APC) declared their support for Tinubu’s re-election bid in 2027. But Ndume says he’s not convinced — and he’s not jumping on that bandwagon.
Ndume also urged President Tinubu to address the implications of the recent political visit to Buhari in Kaduna, particularly the visit led by APC governors to the former head of state.
Ndume expressed his disapproval of Tinubu's decision to proclaim a state of emergency in Rivers after a prolonged and intense political crisis that had engulfed the state.
The APC youths accused Ndume of playing to the gallery, explaining that Tinubu adhered to constitutional provisions in his appointments and prudently managed borrowed funds.
The senator’s comments reflect growing tensions within the APC, with critics warning that internal divisions could weaken the party ahead of future elections.
Senator Ali Ndume, representing Borno South in the National Assembly, faces harsh criticism from the Northern Redemption Coalition (NRC) over his opposition to President Bola Tinubu's proposed tax reform bills
Ndume asked President Tinubu to reconsider some of his economic decisions, especially those that have inflicted untold hardship on the Nigerian masses.
Ndume said it's global practice for governments to enlist the services of military contractors over some time to combat insecurity in collaboration with local security agencies.
Ndume said the Nigerian society celebrates ill-gotten wealth and worship at the feet of corrupt people even when they are aware of the source of their money.
Nigerians on social media have hit out at embattled All Progressives Congress (APC) lawmaker Senator Ali Ndume for apologising to the party over his comment criticising President Bola Ahmed Tinubu's policies and governance style.
In a startling revelation, Daniel Bwala has accused Senator Ali Ndume of mobilising youth from Bwala's local government to retaliate against him for calling out Ndume's hypocrisy.
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