ATIKU DEMANDS PRESIDENT TINUBU DEFEND GOVERNANCE RECORD TO NIGERIANS PRIOR TO SEEKING RE-ELECTION IN 2027

Former Vice President criticizes administration's economic policies, calling on the ruling party to present transparent accountability rather than relying on political rhetoric

Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has called on President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to present a clear, transparent defense of his administration’s governance record to the Nigerian public before seeking re-election in the 2027 general elections.

In a press statement issued by his media office, the opposition leader argued that the electorate deserves a comprehensive accounting of the government's performance, particularly regarding the handling of key economic indicators, national security challenges, and public infrastructure development.

Atiku maintained that three years into the administration's tenure, millions of citizens continue to face severe socio-economic strain driven by relentless inflation, soaring energy prices, and currency volatility, which he attributed to rushed economic policy implementations without adequate cushioning mechanisms.

The former Vice President emphasized that democracy thrives on accountability, asserting that seeking a second mandate requires the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) to justify its policies with verifiable results rather than political rhetoric and prospective promises.

He challenged the administration to engage in structured, open public debates on national economic management and social welfare reforms, urging voters to rigorously assess incumbent candidates based on concrete improvements to their daily living standards.

The statement comes as political activities and strategic consultations heighten across party lines ahead of the upcoming electoral cycle.