Bayo Onanuga, a presidential spokesman, stated that he does not agree with the perception of widespread hunger in Nigeria, claiming that many citizens are benefiting from the policies of President Bola Tinubu's administration. He expressed these views during an interview on Arise Television, where he highlighted various government initiatives that he believes are positively impacting the populace.

The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has criticized President Bola Ahmed Tinubu's administration for being out of touch with the everyday challenges faced by Nigerians. The party emphasized that infrastructure improvements, such as roads, do not address the immediate needs of the populace, highlighting a disconnect between the government and ordinary citizens, according to Naija News.

Former Vice-President Atiku Abubakar has criticized the current administration under President Tinubu, claiming that hunger has become a prominent issue during his tenure. He accused the Presidency of deflecting blame onto the media for the escalating insecurity and economic difficulties in Nigeria, describing this response as a dangerous denial of the realities faced by ordinary citizens, according to a statement from his Senior Special Assistant on Public Communication, Phrank Shaibu.

The African Democratic Congress (ADC) criticized Bola Tinubu's administration for what it termed "grave insensitivity" following comments made by Presidential spokesman Bayo Onanuga, who reportedly stated he does not perceive the hunger and hardship expressed by Nigerians. The ADC urged political figures Atiku Abubakar and Rotimi Amaechi to remain vigilant in protecting the electoral process.

Atiku Abubakar, the Presidential Candidate of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), criticized President Bola Tinubu's government for comments that he believes minimize the hardships faced by many Nigerians. He argued that suggesting the suffering is exaggerated is disrespectful to millions of citizens experiencing difficulties, according to Naija News.

Mr. Paul Ibe, Media Adviser to Atiku Abubakar, has called for President Bola Tinubu's resignation, citing the government's inability to effectively tackle insecurity in Nigeria. Ibe made these remarks during an appearance on Arise Television’s Prime Time programme, emphasizing that addressing security issues is a fundamental duty of any government.