Dele Momodu, the Deputy Director‑General for Media and Communications of the [African Democratic Congress (ADC)](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/African_Democratic_Congress_(Nigeria)), told Channels Television’s *Politics Today* on Thursday that the ruling [All Progressives Congress (APC)](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/All_Progressives_Congress) is deliberately misusing economic statistics to mislead Nigerians, while simultaneously confronting international financial institutions as the country approaches the 2027 presidential election.
**Key points raised by Momodu**
- He alleged the government cites the World Bank and IMF as allies, yet attacks them when their reports criticize Nigeria’s borrowing trends.
- Momodu demanded that the [Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC)](https://inecnigeria.org/) publish the full voters’ register to allow public scrutiny.
- He warned that economic hardship, not political alliances, will decide the 2027 contest.
- He quoted an Emir’s speech urging honesty, stating, “The APC is using statistics to tell lies and claim the World Bank and IMF are for us.”
What statistics is the APC allegedly twisting?
Momodu argued that the APC’s narrative presents a rosy picture of the economy, ignoring warnings from the World Bank about unsustainable loan growth and from *The Economist* about the country’s fiscal direction. He said the administration “fights on all fronts” whenever external analysts raise concerns.
Why is INEC’s voter register under scrutiny?
The ADC chief pointed out a discrepancy between the 103 million registered voters announced by INEC and the party membership figures disclosed by the APC – 12 million members for the ruling party and about 4 million for the main opposition. He asked, “Will 12 million people override the will of 103 million voters?” and called for the register’s immediate publication.
Who are the “floaters” and why do they matter?
Momodu described unaffiliated voters as the “floaters party,” suggesting they constitute the largest voting bloc in Nigeria. He claimed that these undecided citizens are the ones most affected by rising hunger and economic distress, and therefore hold the decisive power in the upcoming election.
How could economic hardship affect Tinubu’s re‑election prospects?
According to Momodu, no political coalition can outweigh the impact of hunger. He warned that President [Bola Tinubu](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bola_Tinubu) may face a losing battle if the populace continues to suffer, noting a recent incident in Osun State as evidence of growing discontent.
Momodu concluded that the current administration lacks sincerity, with officials presenting only what they believe the president wants to hear, rather than the full economic reality. He cautioned that this approach could leave the president “realising it too late.”