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  Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has condemned the abduction of family members of former Minister of Power, Chief Adebayo Adelabu, describing the incident as a stark reflection of Nigeria’s deepening insecurity crisis. Reacting to reports that Adelabu’s sister and twin nephews were kidnapped in Ibadan, Oyo State, Atiku expressed solidarity with the family and called for urgent action to address the country’s worsening security challenges. In a statement issued on Wednesday, June 3, by his Senior Special Assistant on Public Communication, Phrank Shaibu, the former vice president said the incident was particularly alarming because it occurred in broad daylight at Challenge Bus Stop, one of the busiest locations in Ibadan. According to Atiku, the ability of kidnappers to operate in such a prominent public space without interception highlights the deteriorating security situation across the country. He argued that the attack should serve as a wake-up call for government officials...

  Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has strongly criticized President Bola Tinubu’s request for a fresh $516 million external loan to fund a major section of the Sokoto–Badagry Superhighway, calling it another step into unsustainable debt without proper safeguards. In a statement released through his Senior Special Assistant on Public Communication, Phrank Shaibu, Atiku acknowledged that connecting Nigeria’s Northwest to the Southwest through this ambitious 1,000-kilometre highway is important for national integration. But he warned that good intentions cannot justify reckless fiscal choices. “At a time when Nigeria is already groaning under the weight of unsustainable debt, the resort to yet another foreign loan—without transparent terms, clear cost-benefit analysis, and a credible repayment framework—raises profound questions about prudence and accountability,” Atiku said. He stressed that Nigerians deserve development that is sustainable and not mortgaged against future gener...

  Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has strongly criticised a recent advisory issued by the National Broadcasting Commission (NBC), describing it as a troubling attempt to censor the Nigerian media and shrink the space for free expression as the country prepares for the 2027 general elections. In a statement posted on his verified X (formerly Twitter) account on Saturday, April 18, 2026, Atiku faulted the NBC’s “Code of Conduct advisory” to broadcasters, warning that it risks undermining press freedom and democratic accountability. “The Code of Conduct advisory issued by the National Broadcasting Commission is yet another troubling attempt to muzzle the media and shrink the space for free expression in Nigeria,” Atiku said. He added: “It is therefore alarming that, each time elections approach, the NBC resorts to heavy-handed directives that do more to silence dissent than to uphold ethical journalism. The timing and tone of these regulations expose a deeper agenda. It signals a...

  Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has congratulated former Kaduna State Governor Mallam Nasir El-Rufai on his birthday, lauding his exceptional qualities and contributions to Nigeria despite facing significant political hurdles. In a heartfelt message shared via his official X handle on Monday, February 16, 2026, Atiku wrote: “Happy Birthday to Mallam Nasir El-Rufai, @elrufai. A man of intellect, courage, and uncommon sagacity. Even amid the present political persecution and needless distractions, his record of service and clarity of thought and purpose remain undeniable. I wish him strength, peace, and Allah’s guidance in the years ahead. -AA” The goodwill message underscores a cross-party show of respect, coming at a period when El-Rufai has been in the spotlight over investigations by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) and related matters. Atiku's tribute highlights El-Rufai's legacy in public administration, including his tenures as Minister of the Fed...

  Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has reaffirmed his commitment to strengthening the African Democratic Congress (ADC) in Bauchi State, declaring that efforts are underway to establish a "virile opposition" capable of effectively challenging the status quo ahead of the 2027 general elections. In a statement shared on his official X account on Monday, January 19, 2026, Atiku revealed that he hosted a high-level delegation of Bauchi State's key ADC stakeholders, led by Alhaji Aminu Ahmed Yapeco, Sarkin Yakin Katagum. "This afternoon, I hosted a delegation of Bauchi State’s critical stakeholders in our party, the African Democratic Congress (ADC), led by Alhaji Aminu Ahmed Yapeco, Sarkin Yakin Katagum," Atiku wrote. "Our conversation focused on how to strengthen the party’s structures in the state. We have examined the gaps, and I am committed to working with the party’s leaders at all levels until we achieve a virile opposition that will best serve the i...