The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has urged the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) to stop blaming previous administrations for Nigeria’s hunger and economic hardship, insisting that the Tinubu-led government must take responsibility for the country’s current challenges.

The PDP National Publicity Secretary, Jungudo Mohammed, stated this in a statement issued in Abuja on Monday, responding to comments by APC National Publicity Secretary Felix Morka, who allegedly blamed the PDP for the hardship confronting Nigerians.

The opposition party also referenced remarks reportedly made by President Bola Tinubu in Kaduna during the flag-off of his 2027 re-election campaign, describing the comments as attempts to evade responsibility and divert attention from the performance of the current administration.

“Our message to the APC is simple: stop the blame game and start taking responsibility. Nigerians deserve solutions, not excuses,” Mohammed said.

He maintained that the government in power must address the country’s challenges through concrete, measurable and sustainable policies that would provide meaningful relief to citizens.

“The PDP is not responsible for the hunger Nigerians are experiencing today. The APC must own its record, address the nation’s challenges, and deliver on its promises to Nigerians,” he added.

Mohammed challenged the ruling party to explain how it intended to make food affordable, support farmers, strengthen local food production and create jobs.

He also called on the APC to outline measures for improving security, fighting corruption, expanding electricity supply, reducing transportation costs and restoring the purchasing power of ordinary Nigerians.

The PDP spokesman acknowledged that the Tinubu administration might have recorded some achievements but rejected what he described as attempts to use the PDP’s 16 years in government as a blanket justification for the shortcomings of the current administration.

He said recognising genuine government achievements should not be interpreted as an endorsement of all its policies or an acceptance of efforts to shift responsibility for present economic difficulties to previous administrations.

“After more than 10 years of APC in office, Nigerians deserve answers, not excuses,” Mohammed said.

He urged the ruling party to account for its record, explain the measures being taken to address the country’s challenges and demonstrate a commitment to improving citizens’ welfare.

Mohammed further argued that Nigeria’s economic difficulties could not be resolved through repeated accusations against previous PDP-led administrations, adding that historical circumstances could provide context but should not shield any government from accountability.

He said every administration should be assessed based on its policies, achievements and the living conditions of the people it governs.

“Nigerians remember the standard of living and the security situation under previous PDP administrations. Today, citizens are demanding practical solutions, affordable food, economic stability, and improved security, not endless political arguments and blame shifting,” he said.

The PDP spokesman expressed confidence that Nigerians would judge political parties by their records, policies and commitment to public welfare.

He added that the party believed the growing demand for a return to PDP leadership reflected Nigerians’ desire for better governance, improved living conditions and a more secure and prosperous country.