Atiku Abubakar, former Vice President, has sharply criticized President Bola Tinubu’s government, calling it incompetent and out of touch.
In a recent post on X (formerly Twitter), he accused the administration of worsening poverty and ignoring citizens’ needs.
He urged opposition parties to unite against what he termed a failing leadership.
Abubakar highlighted Nigeria’s economic decline, citing soaring inflation and unemployment. He noted that Tinubu’s policies have disproportionately hurt the poor while benefiting the wealthy. According to him, Nigeria now ranks among the world’s hungriest nations, with malnutrition rates surpassing war-torn Sudan. He condemned excessive government spending amid widespread suffering.
Additionally, Abubakar slammed recent fee hikes for education and identity services, calling them discriminatory. He argued that such policies exclude low-income families from essential services. Meanwhile, VIP treatment for elites, he said, deepens inequality. These measures, he insisted, reveal a government favoring the privileged over ordinary citizens.
Nigeria’s debt crisis also drew Abubakar’s ire, as he revealed a 150% increase under Tinubu. Federal borrowing, he warned, could push debt to N183 trillion, risking economic collapse. While states reduced their debts, he accused the federal government of reckless spending. Tinubu’s justification for loans—funding budgets and subsidy removal—was dismissed as dishonest.
Abubakar called for a united opposition to resist authoritarian tendencies and protect democracy. He vowed to challenge Tinubu’s policies and restore accountability. “We will not let Nigeria become a one-party state,” he declared. His coalition aims to empower citizens and demand better governance. The statement signals a tougher opposition stance ahead.
With public frustration growing, political tensions are expected to rise. Analysts predict increased opposition mobilization against Tinubu’s administration. As economic struggles persist, Nigerians await meaningful solutions from both government and opposition leaders. The coming months will test their commitment to real change.