Nigeria, Oct. 17 -- Veteran actor Jide Kosoko defended President Bola Tinubu's administration amid criticism of the country's economic situation, saying it is not as bad as critics portray.

The 72-year-old actor made the remarks during an interview on "Talk To B", a podcast hosted by his colleague, actress Biola Adebayo. The video was posted on YouTube on Friday night.

He said Mr Tinubu was making strenuous efforts to address the country's problems.

Kosoko, an open supporter of the president and the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), also argued that the current administration was facing criticism for problems inherited from previous governments.

He said: "People don't queue to make money; everybody works for their money and busi...