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| Atiku urges Tinubu to fix national crises |
Atiku Abubakar says the president should mind urgent crises at home. He calls on Bola Tinubu to stop poking his nose in opposition affairs. This comes after Tinubu’s recent jab at the African Democratic Congress (ADC) at an APC meeting. Atiku says this move wastes public money and distracts from real problems .
Atiku’s media adviser, Paul Ibe, issued the statement. He said Tinubu is using government bodies to break up rival parties. He named anti‑corruption agencies and other state bodies as tools to coerce defections .
The former vice president said Tinubu plays petty politics while Nigeria’s economy and security fall apart. He pointed to rising hunger and job losses as proof of failure. He urged the president to fix the economy first .
Atiku noted a visible rift between Tinubu and Vice President Kashim Shettima. He said the president should mend that gap before meddling in ADC matters. He called it “baffling” that the presidency fuels opposition infighting with scarce funds .
He also accused Tinubu of stirring tension between his supporters and those of Peter Obi. Atiku said the plan aimed to weaken the broader opposition coalition. He added that the tactic failed, and the coalition stands stronger now .
Analysts see Atiku’s statement as part of a wider struggle for 2027. Both leaders eye another term in office. Atiku wants his party to unite now, not break apart. He warned that distractions would cost ordinary Nigerians more hardship .
Tinubu’s camp has not yet replied in full. But insiders say the president meant to rally APC members. They see the ADC as a growing threat in key states. APC loyalists will push back on Atiku’s claim of misuse of funds.
Despite the spat, many Nigerians share Atiku’s concern over security and food. Attacks by armed groups still grip parts of the country. Prices of staple foods remain high. Voters want action, not party feuds.
Experts note that stirring opposition drama can backfire on any ruling party. It may sow distrust among citizens. It can also deepen the sense that leaders ignore real needs.
Atiku’s call highlights a shift in tactics. He now frames the debate around governance, not just party politics. This may help him appeal to undecided voters ahead of 2027.
Still, some critics say Atiku’s own record is open to question. They point to his past bids and alliances. But his latest message cuts across party lines. It taps public frustration with slow reforms.
Moving forward, Nigerians will watch both leaders closely. Will Tinubu heed Atiku’s plea and focus on rising insecurity? Or will the tit‑for‑tat continue ahead of the next elections?
Either way, the debate shows how high stakes politics have become. Ordinary citizens bear the cost of each distraction. They expect bold fixes to grow jobs and calm unrest.
As the dust settles, both sides claim moral high ground. Atiku vows to keep pressure on the presidency. He promises to hold Tinubu to account on governance.
Meanwhile, APC strongholds prepare to defend their record. They say the opposition uses hollow claims to gain ground.
In the end, Nigerians want clear results. They hope leaders will drop party jabs and work on real change. Only then can talk of 2027 feel less like a sidetrack and more like progress.