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APC Warns Atiku: Stop Stirring Unrest Over Tinubu’s Reforms
APC Hits Back At Former Vice President
The All Progressives Congress has sent a stern warning to former Vice President Atiku Abubakar.
The ruling party says Atiku is creating tension across the nation.
APC says his words about hunger and fear of revolt are a false alarm.
The party accuses him of trying to set citizens against President Bola Tinubu.
APC’s National Publicity Secretary, Felix Morka, gave the statement.
He said Atiku’s comments show a plan to cause panic.
According to him, Atiku is not speaking like a patriot.
He says Atiku wants to sow seeds of chaos to gain political ground.
Atiku’s Alarm On Hunger And Insecurity
Atiku Abubakar had warned of a brewing storm.
He said the nation is facing serious hunger and rising insecurity.
He compared Nigeria’s situation to the French Revolution.
He also mentioned the 1917 Russian revolt and the Arab Spring.
Atiku said that when people face hunger and fear, unrest follows.
He warned that the poor state of life could push the people to react.
He also said that government action is too slow.
He claimed Tinubu’s reforms have brought hardship not relief.
Atiku’s words spread fast across media platforms.
Supporters praised his courage.
Critics said he is playing politics with national pain.
APC Says It Is A Dangerous Call
APC rejected Atiku’s comments in strong terms.
Morka said the remarks amount to a call for anarchy.
He stated that Atiku’s examples of revolutions are dangerous.
He said that such words can lead to violence.
APC asked security agencies to watch Atiku closely.
They say his words could trigger street protests.
They warn that some groups may use his speech as an excuse for unrest.
Morka said, “This is not the time to inflame the nation.
We are rebuilding the economy.
We will not allow a desperate politician to set the country on fire.”
Tinubu’s Reforms Under Fire
Since taking office in 2023, President Tinubu has pushed major economic reforms.
He removed fuel subsidies and unified the exchange rate.
Supporters say these steps will fix years of poor economic policy.
But many Nigerians are struggling with higher prices.
Food costs have risen.
Transport fares have gone up.
Inflation is still high even as some indicators show improvement.
Atiku claims these policies were rushed.
He says the poor are paying the price.
He calls for urgent relief plans to stop growing anger in the streets.
APC Blames PDP For Past Failures
APC says Atiku has no moral right to talk about hunger.
They argue that when he was Vice President under the PDP, poverty grew.
Morka said the PDP wasted the nation’s wealth.
He accused the party of laying the roots of today’s hardship.
APC pointed to the power sector scandal.
They claim about $16 billion was spent with little result.
They say Atiku has questions to answer.
Morka said Atiku “confessed” to the waste in the power project.
But Atiku has denied any wrongdoing.
Independent probes have not found proof of a personal confession.
The allegation remains a hot political weapon.
Mixed Reactions From Citizens
Nigerians are reacting in different ways.
Some say Atiku is speaking the truth about daily struggles.
They argue that hunger is real and must be addressed fast.
Others back APC and say Atiku is heating the polity.
They warn that careless talk can trigger unrest.
Some recall how protests have spread quickly in other nations.
On social media, hashtags trend on both sides.
Supporters of Tinubu praise his reforms.
Critics say the government must act faster to ease suffering.
Economy Shows Signs Of Slow Recovery
The Presidency has shared data to counter Atiku.
Officials say foreign reserves are rising again.
They point to a fall in headline inflation in recent months.
Trade data show higher non-oil exports.
Economists say reforms need time.
They note that currency stability is improving.
But they admit many homes still face tough times.
Analysts say the next year will be critical.
If growth returns and jobs increase, tension may drop.
If not, political heat could rise even more.
Security Agencies Urged To Stay Alert
APC has urged law enforcement to keep watch.
They want security forces to prevent any unrest.
The party says leaders must avoid words that can spark violence.
Civil society groups agree that caution is key.
They warn that political tension can spill into the streets.
They urge both APC and PDP to put the nation first.
Atiku Stands By His Words
Despite the backlash, Atiku stands firm.
He says he is only warning leaders to act fast.
He insists that hunger and insecurity are real.
He says the government must reduce hardship now.
Atiku’s aides say his comments are not a call to revolt.
They claim APC is twisting his words.
They argue that a true democracy allows harsh criticism.
Observers Call For Dialogue
Political watchers call for calm on both sides.
They say APC and PDP must avoid war of words.
They advise dialogue and joint plans to ease hardship.
Experts urge the government to expand relief programs.
They call for stronger action on food supply and jobs.
They say that with the right steps, tension can fall.
Conclusion: Politics And Public Anger Collide
This clash shows the high stakes in Nigeria’s politics.
Economic pain has made citizens restless.
Opposition voices will keep pressing the government.
The ruling party will defend its reforms and image.
As hunger bites and security issues linger, tempers run high.
Leaders on all sides must watch their words.
Nigeria needs solutions, not more division.
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