“Tinubu’s Nigeria in Darkness: Deji Adeyanju Blasts Govt After Generator Failure Leaves Him Sweating All Night”
By Passman Akpos
A fresh wave of criticism over Nigeria’s chronic electricity problems erupted on social media after activist and lawyer Deji Adeyanju complained about a sleepless night caused by a power outage.
Adeyanju, known for his outspoken criticism of government policies, wrote that he “couldn’t sleep well because the generator broke down and the inverter was drained,” describing Nigeria as a “disgraced country with irresponsible leaders.” According to him, ordinary Nigerians are not even demanding constant electricity anymore.
“All citizens ask for is light at night so we can sleep peacefully without sweating,” he said. “We are not even asking for 24 hours light because we know Nigerian leaders are too useless to provide such.”
The comment quickly ignited heated reactions online, with many Nigerians echoing his frustration over the persistent electricity crisis that continues to affect homes and businesses across the country.
Adeyanju further lamented that the same societal issues he protested against three decades ago remain unresolved. “The same issues I was shouting and doing Aluta for 30 years ago are still the issues today. Things never get better in Nigeria,” he added.
However, not everyone agreed with the activist’s criticism. Some commenters dismissed his remarks, suggesting practical solutions such as purchasing solar-powered fans, additional lithium batteries, or rechargeable fans to reduce dependence on the national grid.
Others defended the administration of Bola Ahmed Tinubu, arguing that reforms take time and urging Nigerians to support the government’s efforts.
“President Tinubu has plans, and change takes time. We need to support him to get things right,” one commenter wrote.
The debate also drew political comparisons, with some critics recalling the tenure of former president Muhammadu Buhari. They argued that similar assurances were given during his eight-year administration but claimed the country’s problems only worsened.
Amid the back-and-forth, other voices cautioned activists to avoid ethnic bias when addressing national issues, stressing that advocacy should remain inclusive to maintain credibility.
Nigeria’s electricity sector has long faced criticism due to frequent outages, inadequate generation capacity, and heavy reliance on generators by households and businesses. The latest exchange highlights how power shortages remain one of the most emotionally charged issues among Nigerians, especially as citizens continue to struggle with unreliable electricity supply.
The online clash underscores a broader national frustration: decades after repeated promises of reform, millions of Nigerians still spend many nights in darkness.
