Keyamo Urges Mental Health Support for Atiku Abubakar

Festus Keyamo, the Aviation and Aerospace Development Minister, publicly urged those close to Atiku Abubakar, the presidential candidate of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) for the 2027 elections, to seek mental health support for him. This statement followed Atiku's rejection of President Bola Tinubu's 30-day petrol price discount, which he deemed a superficial measure that failed to address the economic challenges faced by Nigerians.

Keyamo characterized Atiku's reaction as indicative of "agitated depression," although he provided no clinical evidence to support this claim. Atiku made his remarks during the inauguration of the ADC Presidential Campaign Council in Abuja on October 9, where he also accused Tinubu of borrowing from his previously proposed ideas.

Keyamo traced the political paths of both leaders since 2007, suggesting that Atiku's criticism reflected personal frustration rather than genuine policy concerns. This exchange highlights the increasing political tensions as Nigeria approaches the 2027 elections, with economic issues at the forefront of the debate.