*The Nigerian Presidency urges former Vice-President Atiku Abubakar to ‘redirect his energy toward initiatives that foster unity, economic progress, and democratic stability’ in the country

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The Nigerian Presidency has its attention is drawn to certain unfounded allegations in which former Vice-President Atiku Abubakar claims to be the subject of an Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) investigation regarding unsubstantiated financial dealings involving Lagos State.

The Federal Government noted Atiku’s claims, circulated through his media office, “are false and reflect a troubling pattern of relying on social media gossip over substance.”

Mr. Bayo Onanuga, Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, in a statement Friday, March 28, 2025, said: “It is disheartening that a politician of Atiku’s stature would lend credibility to baseless social media speculation to remain politically relevant.”

The statement noted: “President Bola Ahmed Tinubu remains focused on addressing critical national challenges and advancing his administration’s agenda for Nigeria’s growth and stability.

“The President has neither the time nor the inclination to engage in petty political distractions.”

The Presidential aide also stated: “Atiku’s allegations are infantile and a transparent ploy to deflect from his political setbacks.

“His repeated attempts to drag the Presidency, and now the Lagos State Government into fabricated controversies reveal a desperate bid for attention amid his fading attempt to cobble a coalition.”

According to the statement, since the ex-Vice President’s defeat in the 2023 Presidential Election, Atiku has failed to rise to the dignified role of an elder statesman.

“Rather than contributing constructively to the national discourse, he has chosen the path of divisive rhetoric and unfounded accusations,” the Presidency said.

Onanuga further stated: “We urge Atiku Abubakar to redirect his energy toward initiatives that foster unity, economic progress, and democratic stability鈥攓ualities Nigeria urgently needs.

“Lastly, the former Vice President should know that the EFCC, as an independent institution, operates within its statutory mandate without external influence.”

The statement added: “Any insinuation otherwise is a disservice to the agency’s professionalism and the rule of law.

“The Presidency remains committed to transparency, accountability, and the pursuit of national development鈥攑riorities that demand our undivided attention.”

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