Nobel Prize-winning writer Wole Soyinka has rejected attempts by Nigerians to dictate when he should assess President Bola Tinubu’s administration, reaffirming his independence and stressing that external pressures will not influence his decision.
Speaking on Channels Television’s The Morning Brief on Monday, March 24, Soyinka made it clear that he would only share his thoughts when he deemed it necessary and when he had substantial points to address. He rejected the notion of adhering to a fixed timeline, such as the one-year milestone marking Tinubu’s time in office.
“People should stop trying to work on my timetable for me,” Soyinka remarked in response to those reminding him of his previous statement about evaluating Tinubu’s leadership after one year in office, which will conclude on May 29, 2024.
“I had not swallowed an alarm clock,” Soyinka quipped during the interview. He added, “I don’t see why I should put my alarm on and say: ‘One year has passed, now, I must make an assessment’ if there is nothing I feel like talking about and if I am busy elsewhere.”
Soyinka also highlighted his December 24, 2023, visit to Tinubu at his residence in Ikoyi, Lagos. At the time, Soyinka had stated that he would withhold judgment on the administration until after a full year had passed. Critics have pointed to the administration’s handling of the economy, including record-high inflation and the rising cost of living, as key points of concern.
He further explained, “This business of ‘you haven’t come to do this’, I don’t understand it. Other people are doing the same; this is a collective effort. The Falanas speak consistently. The Baiyewus speak consistently. The Sowores come out and try to lead demonstrations. It’s a collective effort.”
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