Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has accused President Bola Tinubu of misusing Nigeria’s recent oil windfall and continuing excessive borrowing despite the financial surplus. Atiku, a key opposition figure, has raised concerns over the administration’s fiscal decisions, arguing that the windfall from high international crude oil prices should not be used to fund new debt. The criticism comes amid growing public scrutiny of Tinubu’s economic policies and his administration’s handling of national resources.
Atiku has also criticized Tinubu for invoking China’s legal system in a recent dispute, which he claims has only intensified public interest in past allegations against the president. In a statement, Atiku’s team described the move as a “monumental own goal,” suggesting it backfired by drawing renewed attention to unresolved issues. Meanwhile, Atiku has also accused Tinubu of copying his former power sector blueprint, a claim that highlights ongoing tensions between the two political figures.
In separate developments, a US lobbying firm associated with Atiku has called for the release of Tinubu’s US records, alleging possible links to a heroin trafficking investigation. This adds another layer of controversy to the political landscape, as Atiku continues to challenge Tinubu’s leadership through multiple fronts. (saharareporters.com)
