2027: Atiku, Peter Obi and others created poverty and hunger in Nigeria, Tinubu alleges

Author: dailypost.ngPublished on: October 24, 2026Country: Nigeria
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2027: Atiku, Peter Obi and others created poverty and hunger in Nigeria, Tinubu alleges

President Bola Tinubu accused his 2027 presidential election opponents, including Atiku Abubakar and Peter Obi, of causing poverty and hunger in Nigeria. Speaking Saturday at the APC campaign flag-off in Kaduna State, he promised prosperity if he wins a second term. His remarks come amid rising living costs and food prices following the removal of the petrol subsidy and other economic reforms. Opposition leaders have criticized the administration over inflation, insecurity and worsening living conditions.

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