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Atiku Slams Tinubu’s Speech, Claims It Fails to Address Protesters’ Concerns
Atiku Abubakar, the 2023 presidential candidate for the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), has strongly criticized President Bola Tinubu’s recent address regarding the #EndBadGovernance protests in Nigeria.
In his remarks, Atiku contends that Tinubu’s speech fell short of addressing the core issues raised by the demonstrators and failed to resonate with the broader Nigerian populace.
Atiku’s critique, delivered through a statement from his media adviser Paul Ibe, underscores the perceived deficiencies in Tinubu’s address.
According to Atiku, the President’s speech lacked depth and did not offer concrete solutions to the severe economic challenges that have plagued Nigerians since Tinubu assumed office.
The PDP leader argues that Tinubu’s response failed to inspire confidence in his administration’s ability to effect meaningful reforms.
He points out that the speech was marred by its premature leakage, which, according to Atiku, reflects a broader issue of diminishing trust in the current administration.
Atiku elaborates that Tinubu’s address was intended to quell the unrest stemming from public dissatisfaction with the administration’s governance.
However, Atiku believes the speech was insufficient, particularly in addressing the pressing economic difficulties faced by Nigerian families.
He criticizes the President for not presenting substantial reforms or practical measures to alleviate the economic burden.
The former Vice President notes that the President missed key opportunities to address specific demands from the protesters.
These demands included halting the acquisition of new aircraft for the President, reducing the size of his cabinet, and reconsidering the costly office of the First Lady, which has reportedly been engaged in extravagant activities funded by the public.
Atiku describes Tinubu’s speech as superficial, suggesting that it revealed the President’s weak grasp of the policy issues at hand.
He argues that the President’s words failed to convince the public and did not reflect a genuine commitment to addressing the protesters’ grievances.
Furthermore, Atiku criticizes the administration for its failure to manage the speech’s confidentiality, as evidenced by its early leak.
This incident, he argues, is emblematic of the broader loss of confidence in the government.
In his statement, Atiku emphasizes that the current economic crisis is not the result of opposition sabotage but rather a consequence of the Tinubu administration’s ineffective policies.
He calls on the government to cease the practice of blaming past administrations and to confront the realities of their own shortcomings.
Overall, Atiku’s response highlights a significant disconnect between the administration’s messaging and the public’s expectations for substantive change and accountability.
Peter Obi, former Governor of Anambra State, has commended the Nigeria Police for their swift and effective rescue operation of Mrs. Folashade Odumusu, the wife of retired AIG Hakeem Odumusu, who was kidnapped recently.
Obi praised the operation for its precision, which led to the safe release of Mrs Odumusu and the neutralization of some kidnappers, as well as the recovery of weapons and ransom.
The Ogun State Police Command, with support from the Force Headquarters and the Inspector General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, was recognized for its professional handling of the case. The IGP, who showed great interest in the case, applauded the Ogun Command for dismantling the criminal network responsible for the abduction.
Obi emphasized that with the right leadership, motivation, and support from security agencies, crime can be tackled effectively.
He called on the Nigeria Police to apply the same level of urgency and professionalism to cases involving everyday Nigerians, many of whom remain victims of abduction without proper rescue efforts.
The Trump administration has issued a directive banning U.S. embassies and consular posts from flying any flag other than the American flag. This decision aligns with former President Donald Trump’s stance on limiting LGBTQ representation in public spaces and events.
According to a report by The Guardian, a memo titled “One Flag Policy” outlines the restriction, preventing the display of flags like the LGBTQ pride flag and the Black Lives Matter banner, which had been permitted under President Joe Biden’s administration.
During Biden’s tenure, pride flags were displayed at embassies and even at the White House during the 2023 Pride Month celebration, drawing sharp criticism from conservative groups.
The memo, now implemented, states, “Starting immediately, only the United States of America flag is authorized to be flown or displayed at U.S. facilities, both domestic and abroad, and featured in U.S. government content.”
President Bola Tinubu has reiterated his strong support for the Nigerian Armed Forces, vowing to stand by them as they confront any threats challenging the country’s security.
Speaking at the groundbreaking ceremony for the new Armed Forces Headquarters complex in Abuja, Tinubu expressed confidence in the military’s readiness to tackle insurgents and assured that victory is certain.
He praised the Nigerian Armed Forces for their commitment, describing them as “cohesive” and “ready to fight against all forms of insurgency.”
Tinubu emphasized, “I’m proud to say that the Nigerian Army is united, strong, and prepared for any challenge. They will continue to triumph, and we will stand by them.
I’m deeply grateful to all the brave men and women in uniform. To those who have opposed our forces, I send a clear message: our military will win, as they always have.”
The president also commended the Chief of Army Staff (COAS) for his vision of building state-of-the-art barracks, ensuring that the forces are well-equipped and supported.
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