Presidential spokesman Daniel Bwala has dismissed renewed attention to his past criticism of President Bola Tinubu, insisting that those comments should no longer dominate public discourse because they have become irrelevant in light of current realities.
Bwala made the remarks on Wednesday during an interview on Channels Television’s Politics Today, where he exchanged views with anchor Seun Okinbaloye over statements he made about Tinubu before accepting an appointment in the current administration.
The presidential aide questioned why his previous comments continued to receive attention instead of issues affecting Nigerians.
“The first person that started asking me this question was you, and you have done that more than five times. Are you not tired?” Bwala asked.
“They are completely inconsequential to what is happening.”
According to him, the discussion should have focused on governance, including developments in the economy, education, security and a letter reportedly sent by United States President Donald Trump commending President Tinubu’s efforts in tackling insecurity.
“We have taken almost 10 minutes on this,” he said.
“Nigerian people want to hear tonight what is happening to their lives. They want to know what is happening with their economy, with their education, and most importantly, with security.”
Bwala maintained that the Tinubu administration has made measurable progress, particularly in strengthening cooperation among the nation’s security agencies.
“We have made substantial progress. It is the first time in Nigeria’s history that the leadership of President Bola Tinubu has brought about very strong collaboration,” he stated.
When the programme anchor asked whether describing his earlier remarks as “baseless” amounted to admitting that they were false, Bwala rejected that interpretation.
“They are not lies. They are baseless. Not important for conversation,” he responded.
The presidential spokesman also accused the presenter of repeatedly amplifying opposition narratives while failing to subject opposition politicians to similar scrutiny.
“I’m trying my best not to be aggressive about it, but you’re riding on the opposition’s back horse,” he said.
As an example, Bwala referred to Labour Party leader Peter Obi, noting that the former Anambra State governor had changed political parties several times.
“Peter Obi has since changed parties four times. How many times have you asked their people?” he asked.
He insisted that continued debates over his past comments had become unnecessary, urging greater public attention to government policies and issues directly affecting the lives of Nigerians.
According to Bwala, the focus should remain on the administration’s performance rather than political statements made before he assumed office.
