Seyi Law & Zekeri Idris Go Head-to-Head on Tinubu, Peter Obi & Nigeria | Honest Bunch

During a recent episode of The Honest Bunch podcast, comedian Seyi Law and commentator Zekeri Idris had a lively debate that highlighted growing divisions in Nigeria’s conversations about security, the economy, and political leadership.

Their discussion quickly spread across social media and political forums, revealing a clear split between those who feel hopeful about Nigeria’s direction under President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and those frustrated by ongoing insecurity and governance challenges.

Seyi Law, a popular entertainer, strongly supported Mr. Tinubu’s record. He said Nigeria is safer now than it was ten years ago, crediting this to strong action against armed groups and fewer major terror attacks. He also argued that recent economic reforms are needed to help stabilize the economy.

“When you look at where we were, bomb blasts and unabated insurgency were part of daily life,” Mr. Law said. “Today, those fears have receded in ways many forget.”

Mr. Idris, however, saw things differently. He disagreed that security has really improved, pointing to continued attacks in the Northeast, frequent kidnappings, and the killings of senior military officers as signs that many parts of the country are still unsafe.

The two also disagreed about Nigeria’s political future. Mr. Idris said he supports Peter Obi, the former governor of Anambra State and presidential candidate, who has joined opposition groups aiming to challenge the ruling party in the 2027 elections. Both Obi’s critics and supporters see this debate as a sign of Nigeria’s ongoing struggles with leadership and accountability.

Mr. Idris also questioned the government’s approach to governance. He asked why the state can collect taxes electronically but still struggles to make elections transparent and efficient. “You can electronically collect my tax, but you cannot electronically transfer election results,” he said, suggesting this points to bigger problems with how institutions work and the government’s willingness to improve.

Mr. Law sees the situation as one of ongoing reform and continuity. He argues that, although there are still economic and security problems, the Tinubu administration inherited a struggling economy and challenging security issues. He believes that recent policy changes, though difficult, are part of a long-term plan to stabilize and grow Nigeria.

This debate has led to even more discussion online. Nigerians on social media are discussing issues such as insecurity, the government’s economic policies, and the prospects for new leaders. Some people see this disagreement as a small example of the broader national mood ahead of important elections that will challenge Nigeria’s democracy and unity.

People are still debating whether Mr. Law’s optimism or Mr. Idris’s skepticism better reflects what most Nigerians actually experience. Citizens, analysts, and politicians all have different views.