Valentine’s Day is here again, and while couples swap beautiful gifts and create loving memories, Nigerians have a different wishlist.

In the spirit of love, citizens are hoping President Bola Tinubu’s administration will finally show its affection with concrete actions, not empty promises.

Let’s be honest. Nigeria’s relationship with governance is starting to feel like a toxic situationship, tied to plenty of sweet talk but no real commitment.

With inflation making romantic dinners a luxury, power outages dimming the mood, and insecurity keeping everyone on edge, the government needs to step up and deliver the kind of love Nigerians truly deserve.

Here’s what Nigerians really want from their governments this Valentine’s Day:

Economic Relief

Forget teddy bears and chocolates. Nigerians want relief from the cost of living crisis. Inflation has turned even basic necessities into luxury items, and the exchange rate is playing emotional games. Mr President, can we get a love language that speaks stability in food prices, fair wages, and economic policies that do not leave citizens financially ghosted?

Steady Power Supply

If Nigeria’s national grid were a romantic partner, it would be the ultimate red flag. Citizens are tired of love stories being powered by generator fumes. This Valentine’s Day, how about a real commitment to fixing the power sector instead of giving Nigerians the silent treatment every time the lights go out?

Security

You can’t have romance without safety. From kidnappings to insurgency, the insecurity in Nigeria is turning every date night into a risk assessment exercise. Strengthening security, holding officers accountable, and genuinely tackling banditry would be the ultimate romantic gesture.

Good Governance

This is not a dictatorship; it’s a relationship. And in relationships, partners listen. Nigerians are tired of policies that promise heaven but deliver hardship. They need a government that prioritises education, healthcare, and infrastructure without playing hard to get.

Transparency and Accountability

Nothing says ‘I love you’ like honesty. Nigerians deserve a government that is transparent, responsive, and actually delivers on promises. No more hidden budgets, no more unfulfilled campaign vows. Just open communication and implement policies that put people first.

So, Mr President, what will it be?

Will Nigerians wake up to sweet love letters in the form of policies that actually improve their lives, or will it be another February 14th filled with disappointment?

Nigeria deserves a leader that shows up every day. Because real love is action.