Atiku Abubakar Critiques Tinubu Over Security Failures

Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, the presidential candidate of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), condemned President Bola Tinubu's administration for its inability to safeguard Nigerians. He referenced a report from the Foundation for Investigative Journalism, which indicated that 638 people were killed due to insecurity incidents in October, with the North-East region alone accounting for 409 deaths.

This figure represents an increase from 396 deaths in September. Additionally, the United Nations reported that nearly 64,000 Nigerians have fled violence in northern Nigeria to Niger since the beginning of 2026, with several hundred more seeking refuge in Benin.

In a statement from Phrank Shaibu, the Director of Strategic Communication for the ADC Presidential Campaign Council, Atiku emphasized the dire security situation, urging the Tinubu administration to prioritize the protection of lives and communities, enhance security measures, and provide support for displaced families. He criticized the government for failing in its fundamental duty to protect its citizens.