Account for Nigeria's N166.79trn debt before asking World Bank for $1.5bn loan - Atiku to Tinubu
Author: Seun OpejobiPublished on: September 28, 2026Country: Nigeria
Business & Economy

Atiku Abubakar, ADC presidential candidate, urged President Bola Tinubu to account for Nigeria's N166.79 trillion debt before borrowing $1.5 billion from the World Bank. He criticized Tinubu's economic management, noting that debt levels are rising while Nigerians struggle with basic needs. Atiku called for transparency on previous loans and emphasized the importance of measurable projects in climate resilience and social protection.
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