Atiku Demands Tinubu's Response on Audit Bill Status

Atiku Abubakar, the former Vice President of Nigeria, has demanded that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu respond within seven days regarding the status of the Federal Audit Service Bill. Abubakar's call follows the bill's transmission to the National Assembly, where it has yet to receive presidential assent.

He referenced Section 58(4) of the 1999 Constitution, which mandates that the President must act on such bills within thirty days. Abubakar criticized the administration for its apparent indifference to constitutional timelines and the need for stronger institutional accountability in public finance.

He noted that the delay sends a negative signal to the Nigerian populace, who are seeking greater transparency and accountability. Abubakar's remarks were supported by Phrank Shaibu, a senior special assistant on public communications, who expressed concern over the administration's failure to act on the bill, which aims to modernize Nigeria's audit architecture and enhance public expenditure oversight.