Atiku Criticizes Tinubu Administration Over Economy As Presidency Defends Performance

Atiku Criticizes Tinubu Administration Over Economy as Presidency Defends Performanc Former Vice President and presidential candidate of the African Democratic Congress ADC, Atiku Abubakar, has criticized the administration of President Bola Tinubu over its handling of Nigeria’s economy, accusing the government of failing to address the country’s worsening economic challenges.

Atiku argued that rising inflation, the high cost of living, unemployment, and the declining purchasing power of Nigerians reflect what he described as poor economic management under the current administration. In response, the Presidency defended its economic policies, maintaining that the reforms introduced by the Tinubu administration are necessary to stabilize the economy and lay the foundation for long-term growth. Government officials also pointed to ongoing initiatives aimed at boosting investment, improving infrastructure, and expanding social support programmes.

The exchange marks the latest in a series of public disagreements between the opposition and the Federal Government over the state of the nation’s economy, as both sides continue to present contrasting assessments of Nigeria’s economic performance.

The debate comes amid persistent concerns among Nigerians over inflation, food prices, and the broader cost-of-living crisis, with economic issues expected to remain central to the country’s political discourse.