Atiku Blasts Tinubu Over Hardship, Says ‘Era of Propaganda’ Is Ending
Former vice president accuses Tinubu administration of worsening poverty, insecurity and economic hardship as Nigerians prepare to judge government performance at the polls.
Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has criticised President Bola Tinubu’s administration over rising insecurity, inflation and economic hardship, declaring that the era of “governance by propaganda” is nearing its end. He said Nigerians would ultimately decide the government’s fate through the ballot box.
Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has launched a fresh attack on President Bola Tinubu’s administration, accusing the government of failing to deliver on its promises and relying on propaganda to mask worsening economic and security challenges.
In a statement issued on Friday through his Senior Special Assistant on Public Communication, Phrank Shaibu, Atiku declared that the administration’s “era of political complacency, propaganda and governance by deception” was gradually coming to an end.
According to the former vice president, Nigerians are increasingly dissatisfied with the country’s direction and will eventually express their verdict through democratic means.
Atiku argued that despite promises of “Renewed Hope” made during the 2023 election campaign, many Nigerians are now grappling with rising hardship, insecurity, unemployment and declining living standards.
He stated that soaring food prices, inflation, business closures and the weakening value of the naira have placed severe pressure on ordinary citizens and small businesses across the country.
The former presidential candidate also questioned the government’s borrowing practices, citing concerns over public debt and the allocation of borrowed funds.
He raised issues surrounding major infrastructure projects, alleging that government spending appeared concentrated around projects linked to politically connected interests.
Atiku further criticised the administration’s handling of insecurity, referencing recent abductions involving schoolchildren and teachers in parts of the country.
According to him, recurring incidents of kidnapping and violence reflect deeper governance and security failures.
He dismissed official claims of economic recovery and security improvements as attempts to create a false impression of progress despite the difficulties faced by citizens.
The former vice president warned political leaders against interpreting public patience as acceptance of current conditions, stressing that Nigerians remain attentive to developments in the country.
Atiku also disclosed that the African Democratic Congress (ADC) would soon unveil a detailed policy blueprint covering economic reforms, job creation, security, healthcare and governance ahead of future political engagements.
