May 29, 2026

By Dapo Akinrefon

As President Bola Tinubu marks his third year in office today, the political landscape reflects a mix of sweeping reforms, deepening controversies and growing concerns over the health of Nigeria’s democracy.

From the beginning in May 2023, the Tinubu administration set out on an ambitious course, rolling out structural and economic reforms that have continued to draw both applause and criticism. While supporters hail his boldness in confronting entrenched systems, critics argue that the same administration is presiding over a shrinking democratic space.

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