A recent nationwide opinion poll has revealed that a staggering 83 percent of Nigerians are losing faith in the administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and key public institutions, citing widespread economic hardship, insecurity, and lack of transparency as major concerns.
The poll, conducted by Lagos-based research firm CivicTrak Insights, sampled responses from over 3,000 Nigerians across the six geopolitical zones. The findings suggest a sharp decline in public confidence since President Tinubu assumed office in May 2023.
According to the report, most respondents expressed deep dissatisfaction with the federal government’s handling of inflation, the soaring cost of living, and the continued depreciation of the naira. Additionally, many pointed to a lack of tangible improvements in power supply, education, healthcare, and job creation.
“The data shows a critical trust deficit between the Nigerian people and the institutions meant to serve them,” said CivicTrak’s lead researcher, Dr. Aisha Falode. “Even among those who voted for President Tinubu, confidence has significantly waned over the last year.”
Trust in the judiciary, police, and other security agencies also plummeted, with over 70 percent of participants saying they believe public institutions are failing to act in the best interest of the people.
Political analysts say the findings could spell trouble for the Tinubu administration as it navigates mounting pressure to deliver on campaign promises and stabilize the economy.
In response to the poll, a presidential aide who declined to be named insisted that reforms initiated by the government are “long-term measures” and urged Nigerians to be patient as “the administration continues to rebuild a broken system.”
With growing public discontent and looming labour unrest, observers say the government will need to take urgent steps to restore trust and improve governance in the months ahead.
