In a recent Instagram post, Seyi Tinubu, the son of President Bola Tinubu, urged Nigerians to endure the current hardships in the country, emphasizing that the decisions being made by the president should have been implemented years ago. Despite acknowledging the burdensome nature of the present challenges, Tinubu expressed optimism about Nigeria’s future, asserting that enduring the difficulties is essential to reach a better tomorrow.

Similarly, comedian Oluwaseyitan Aletile, popularly known as Seyi Law, echoed the sentiment of optimism, affirming his continued support for President Tinubu even if a fresh election were held tomorrow. He drew a parallel between Nigeria’s current economic struggles and the biblical wilderness journey of the Israelites, stating his preference to follow a leader like “a Moses through the wilderness to Canaan” rather than remain in slavery in Egypt for the sake of his children’s future.

In a detailed social media post, Seyi Law lamented the lack of effective communication from government agencies regarding government agendas, efforts, and actions. He highlighted the importance of maintaining optimism despite the prevalent negativity and desire for instant gratification among Nigerians.

The call for endurance and optimism comes against the backdrop of significant policy changes implemented by the Tinubu administration, including the removal of subsidy on petrol and the unification of all segments of the forex exchange market by the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN). While these policies are seen as necessary steps to address longstanding economic challenges and boost investor confidence, they have resulted in increased hardships for many Nigerians, including higher prices of goods and services and additional pressure on the local currency.

These policy shifts come at a time when Nigerians are still recovering from the effects of previous controversial policies, such as the naira redesign, which caused widespread disruption to businesses and financial transactions. Despite the immediate challenges, there is hope that these measures will pave the way for a brighter future for Nigeria.