Presidency: Tinubu Correcting PDP's Economic Mismanagement, Atiku's Claims Refuted

The Presidency has responded to former Vice President Atiku Abubakar's comments on Nigeria's economy, stating that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is addressing the economic mismanagement of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) era. Atiku had warned of worsening poverty and hunger leading to potential social unrest, citing historical revolutions.

The Presidency refuted Atiku's claims, highlighting rising reserves and falling inflation as signs of positive economic reforms under Tinubu. They accused Atiku of engaging in "cheap talk" and failing to acknowledge the government's efforts to correct past economic mismanagement.

Atiku had criticized the current administration for not effectively addressing hunger and poverty.