‘We Can’t Allow This’: Atiku condemns Tinubu over rising cost of living

Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has criticized the administration of President Bola Tinubu regarding the increased cost of living and insecurity in Nigeria, saying that his government has been making life harder for Nigerians.

According to Atiku, who is the presidential aspirant of the African Democratic Congress Party, ADC, Nigerians are finding it hard to meet their basic needs, with many Nigerians continuing to fear kidnapping and attacks.

He made the remarks in a post on his X handle on Wednesday, urging registered voters to collect their Permanent Voter Cards (PVCs) ahead of future elections.

“My fellow Nigerians, young and old, I know the pain you are carrying,” Atiku wrote.

He lamented that parents were worried about feeding their children, while pensioners had to choose between buying food and purchasing medication.

The former vice president also noted that many young Nigerians were struggling financially despite working hard, as transport fares, rent and other essential expenses consumed their earnings.

Atiku further expressed concern over insecurity across the country, saying families were increasingly worried about the safety of their loved ones amid kidnappings and attacks.

“No family should have to face hunger and insecurity at the same time. We cannot allow this hardship and fear to become the future our children inherit,” he said.

The ADC chieftain called on eligible voters to collect and safeguard their PVCs, describing the cards as instruments for citizens to express their choices and demand political change through the ballot.

“Bola made life expensive. I will work to make life affordable again and restore the security every Nigerian deserves,” he stated.

He urged Nigerians across different generations to unite in pursuit of a country where families could live with dignity, safety and hope.