2027: ATIKU LACKS EXPERTISE TO FIX NIGERIA’S ECONOMY — APC NATIONAL SECRETARY

2027: APC Secretary Questions Atiku’s Ability to Fix Nigeria’s Economy

The National Secretary of the All Progressives Congress, Senator Ajibola Basiru, has questioned former Vice President Atiku Abubakar’s ability to address Nigeria’s economic challenges ahead of the 2027 presidential election.

Basiru argued that Atiku lacks the expertise needed to turn the economy around. His remarks add to the political debate over who can best tackle the country’s economic problems.

The APC secretary has also criticised Atiku’s record in government, particularly his role in the privatisation programme. Basiru alleged that the handling of public assets under that programme weakened important parts of the economy.

Those comments represent Basiru’s political assessment of the former vice president’s record, rather than an independently established judgment about his competence.

Atiku, meanwhile, has criticised President Bola Tinubu’s economic policies and presented himself as an alternative. The competing positions highlight a central disagreement: whether Nigerians should continue with the current administration’s reforms or choose a different approach.

As the election approaches, economic proposals will face closer scrutiny. Beyond the exchanges between political figures, voters will be looking for clear plans to address living costs, support businesses and create jobs.