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The Digest: The Presidency has sharply rebuked former Vice President Atiku Abubakar’s claims of widespread hunger and impending revolution in Nigeria, asserting that the country is instead making measurable economic progress under President Tinubu. In a strongly worded response, the...

The Digest: Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has issued a sharp critique of President Bola Tinubu’s administration, stating there is “no sign” it can effectively tackle the escalating hunger and poverty affecting millions of Nigerians. Atiku warned that the current socio-economic...

The Digest: The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has pushed back against claims of its demise, acknowledging internal challenges but insisting it remains a viable political force despite high-profile defections and unresolved conflicts. The party’s National Legal Adviser, Kamaldeen Ajibade SAN...

The Digest: Former Vice-President Atiku Abubakar is positioning the African Democratic Congress (ADC) as a coalition to defend Nigerians' rights against an "emerging dictatorship" under President Bola Tinubu. During meetings with key political figures, Abubakar declared that the coalition...

The Digest: United Nations officials and Nigerian political leaders have expressed outrage and demanded urgent action following fresh Boko Haram attacks in Borno that killed 63 people, including civilians and soldiers. According to reports from Vanguard, the assaults targeted communities in...

The Digest: Former Vice-President Atiku Abubakar has condemned the recent Boko Haram attack in Borno State, emphasizing the need for unity and collaboration to tackle insecurity. Atiku mourned the loss of soldiers and civilians, urging Nigerians to rise against terrorism with a renewed...

The Digest: Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has condemned the police invitation to former Kaduna State Governor, Nasir el-Rufai, describing it as a "dangerous assault on civic freedoms." Atiku also cited other incidents across the country as evidence of a growing trend towards...

The Digest: Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has condemned the Rivers State local government elections as "an awful absurdity" and a "travesty." Citing alleged manipulation by the ruling party, he urged all opposition parties to reject the results. Key Points: Former VP Atiku Abubakar...

The Digest: Governor Bala Mohammed of Bauchi State has revealed that the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) is considering former President Goodluck Jonathan and Peter Obi for its 2027 presidential ticket. This move is part of a larger game of Political Chess by the party. Key Points: The PDP...

The Digest: The son-in-law of former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, Bashir Abdullahi Haske, has refuted the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC)’s claims that he is on the run. The EFCC had declared Haske wanted for alleged criminal conspiracy and money laundering linked to...

The Digest: Atiku Abubakar, former Vice President of Nigeria, has confirmed his intention to run for president in 2027. He vowed to rescue Nigeria from what he described as its “ICU” condition, driven by poverty, corruption, and a lack of accountability. Key Points: Atiku disowns statements...

The Digest: The proposed salary hike for President Bola Tinubu and other top government officials has drawn fierce condemnation from key figures. This decision, coming at a time of severe economic hardship for many Nigerians, highlights a deep-seated tension between the priorities of the...

The Digest: Atiku Abubakar, former Vice President of Nigeria, emphasized that his goal is not personal ambition but the betterment of Nigeria. Speaking at a ceremony for new ADC members, Atiku stressed the importance of a new beginning for the country, where leadership serves the people’s...

The Digest: The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has declared Bashir Haske, son-in-law to former Vice-President Atiku Abubakar, wanted for alleged criminal conspiracy and money laundering, urging Nigerians to assist in locating him. Key Points: EFCC declared Bashir Haske...

The Digest: APC chieftain Dominic Alancha warns that a potential alliance between Atiku Abubakar and Peter Obi for the 2027 elections could significantly weaken the ruling party’s base. This comes amid rising discussions of a coalition led by opposition figures. Key Points: Alancha warns...

The Digest: The battle for the 2027 Nigerian presidency is already in full swing as key opposition figures, Atiku Abubakar, Peter Obi, Rotimi Amaechi, and Goodluck Jonathan, jockey for control of the ADC and PDP presidential tickets. With the election more than two years away, political...

The Digest: Atiku Abubakar, former Vice President, has alleged that the recent detention of Senator Aminu Tambuwal, former governor of Sokoto State, by the EFCC was politically motivated. He accused the Tinubu-led government of weaponizing the anti-corruption fight to weaken the opposition...

The Digest: The National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) has been criticized by human rights lawyer Femi Falana and former Vice President Atiku Abubakar for withholding the discharge certificate of a corps member, Ushie Uguamayei (popularly known as Raye), following her public criticism of the...

The Digest: Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has delayed his formal defection to the African Democratic Congress (ADC), a move that coincides with growing speculation that former President Goodluck Jonathan is being courted by the same party for a 2027 presidential run. Key Points...

The Digest: Atiku Abubakar has condemned the Nigeria Police Force (NPF) for the ongoing detention of Omoyele Sowore, accusing the IGP Monitoring Team of abusing power. Atiku called the treatment unlawful, demanding immediate release for Sowore. Key Points: Atiku describes the actions against...