Atiku Abubakar Critiques Tinubu's Leadership on Independence Day

Atiku Abubakar, the former Vice President and 2027 presidential candidate of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), delivered a state of the nation address on Nigeria's 66th independence anniversary at the ADC headquarters in Abuja. In his speech, he accused President Bola Tinubu of exacerbating living costs and insecurity since taking office in 2023.

Atiku stated that millions of Nigerians are struggling for basic necessities, with families skipping meals and borrowing to survive. He criticized Tinubu's removal of the fuel subsidy, which he claimed led to increased prices without adequate protection for families.

Atiku expressed that the government has failed to provide affordable living conditions and security, stating that armed groups have caused significant harm to communities. He emphasized the need for a path to recovery and questioned the promised prosperity under Tinubu's administration.

Atiku concluded by asserting that growth must translate into improved lives for citizens, rather than serving as a mere government achievement.