The article examines how Nigeria's persistent economic hardship, worsened by rising petrol and cooking gas prices, could shape the 2027 general election. It notes that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu assumed office in May 2023 and introduced reforms including the removal of the petrol subsidy and changes to the foreign exchange system. While the administration cites these reforms as necessary for a sustainable economy, the piece warns that the daily struggles of ordinary Nigerians could influence the election outcome.
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