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Security

May 13, 2026

Atiku attacks Tinubu over insecurity after ex-lawmaker dies in kidnappers’ custody

Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has criticised President Bola Tinubu over the worsening security situation in the country following the death of former House of Representatives member, Abba Adamu, in kidnappers’ custody. Adamu, who represented Guri, Kiri-Kasamma and Birniwa

Politics

May 10, 2026

My Morocco trip not political, says Atiku

Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has dismissed speculation that his recent visit to Morocco carried any political undertones, describing it instead as a purely private and social engagement. In a statement issued on Sunday by his Senior Special Assistant

Politics

May 1, 2026

Atiku slams FG over rice distribution, says ‘Nigerians aren’t beggars’

Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has criticised the Federal Government’s distribution of food palliatives, describing it as a “politicisation of poverty” rather than a solution to Nigeria’s economic challenges. Atiku’s position was conveyed in a statement issued on Friday,

Politics

April 24, 2026

Atiku, economists raise concerns over Tinubu’s $516m loan request

Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar and several economists have expressed concerns over President Bola Tinubu’s request for Senate approval of a $516 million external loan to fund sections of the Sokoto–Badagry Super Highway. Tinubu had written to the Senate

Politics

April 18, 2026

Atiku hosts Adamawa ADC stakeholders, calls for unity ahead of elections

Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has met with stakeholders of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) from Adamawa State, urging party members to prioritise unity and inclusiveness. Atiku disclosed the meeting in a post on his X handle on Saturday,

Politics

April 15, 2026

2027 likely my final presidential bid – Atiku

Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has said the 2027 presidential election may be his last attempt to lead Nigeria, citing his age and the high stakes of the race. Atiku, who was the presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic

Atiku attacks Tinubu over insecurity after ex-lawmaker dies in kidnappers’ custody

My Morocco trip not political, says Atiku

Atiku slams FG over rice distribution, says ‘Nigerians aren’t beggars’

Atiku, economists raise concerns over Tinubu’s $516m loan request

Atiku hosts Adamawa ADC stakeholders, calls for unity ahead of elections

2027 likely my final presidential bid – Atiku

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