Atiku Abubakar Critiques Tinubu's Economic Policies

Atiku Abubakar, the 2027 presidential candidate of the Democratic Congress (ADC), made a direct appeal to Nigerians on October 14, addressing the economic hardships and insecurity faced by families. In a post on his X account, he highlighted struggles such as parents unable to afford food, pensioners choosing between medicine and meals, and young workers burdened by high living costs.

Atiku specifically criticized President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, stating, "Bola made life expensive," and pledged to make life affordable again while restoring security. He urged registered voters to collect their Permanent Voter Cards (PVC), emphasizing that it represents their voice and power for peaceful change.

This appeal comes amid Nigeria's low PVC collection rates, which have historically impacted voter turnout. Atiku's message aims to position him as a viable alternative to the current administration, which has faced public frustration due to high inflation and the removal of the petrol subsidy in 2023.