Atiku's Camp Critiques Tinubu Over Macron's Visit Delay

The camp of Atiku Abubakar, the presidential candidate of the ADC, criticized President Bola Tinubu following the postponement of French President Emmanuel Macron's planned visit to Nigeria. Paul Ibe, media adviser to Atiku, stated that Tinubu should learn from Macron's decision to postpone his visit amid unrest in France.

Ibe emphasized that Nigerian leaders must prioritize domestic issues, especially when citizens face insecurity and economic hardship. He recalled that Tinubu extended his stay abroad last month while Nigerians dealt with rising living costs and reported deaths in Civil Defence custody in Niger State.

Ibe noted that Tinubu's characterization of his extended stay as a "working vacation" did not address public concerns. He also pointed out that while Macron attended the UN General Assembly in New York, Tinubu was in Paris, further highlighting his absence from critical political engagements in Nigeria.

The visit was initially scheduled for October 28 and 29 to strengthen bilateral relations, particularly in trade and investment.