NGAn Islamic scholar and former advisor to Kaduna State governors, Sheikh Haliru Maraya, has cautioned politicians running for the 2027 Nigerian elections against making unfulfillable promises to voters. He emphasized the need for honesty about Nigeria's economic challenges, specifically warning against reviving fuel subsidies, which he claims would exacerbate the country's financial crisis. Maraya highlighted the unsustainable costs of reinstating subsidies, estimating daily expenses at up to N52.3 billion, and questioned where such funds would come from amid a 2026 budget of N68.3 trillion. He called for leaders who would candidly address economic realities and avoid exploiting public hardship for political gain.
Bias read (Center): While the article discusses a politically sensitive issue, economic policy and electoral promises, it presents the arguments of a single religious leader without overt ideological slant. The framing remains objective, focusing on economic data and warnings rather than promoting a specific political or
