Atiku Accuses Tinubu of Mortgaging Nigeria's Future Like Lagos

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In a recent and scathing critique, former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has voiced his concerns about the current administration's handling of Nigeria's resources. Atiku, who was the presidential candidate for the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in the last election, claims that President Bola Tinubu, his family, and close associates are systematically mortgaging Nigeria's future, drawing alarming parallels to Tinubu's actions in Lagos.

Atiku alleges that, just as Tinubu and his allies have entrenched themselves in critical sectors of Lagos' economy, they are now extending their influence to the national level. According to Atiku, key federal assets, including the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC), have been manipulated to serve private interests rather than the public good. 

The former Vice President highlights the controversial acquisition of OVH Energy by the NNPC's retail arm as a prime example. He argues that this transaction, shrouded in secrecy, benefits Wale Tinubu's Oando PLC and ultimately consolidates control within the Tinubu family, leaving the nation with little transparency or accountability. 

Atiku also points to the contentious Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway project, which has been mired in legal disputes. He expresses deep concern over the alleged relationship between Seyi Tinubu, the President's son, and Gilbert Chagoury, the contractor awarded the project without competitive bidding. This connection, according to Atiku, underscores a broader pattern of conflicts of interest and governance that prioritizes personal gains over national progress.

Atiku's statements bring to light ongoing debates about the direction of Nigeria's political and economic landscape under the current administration. As these issues unfold, they raise important questions about transparency, accountability, and the long-term implications of such governance practices on the nation's future.

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