Atiku criticises Tinubu government over insecurity, accusing administration of focusing on political opponents and ethnic militia groups

Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has criticised President Bola Tinubu’s administration for prioritising political opponents and supporting ethnic militia groups over addressing insecurity in Nigeria.

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The statement came on Friday following a deadly attack in Borno State.

The Ngoshe incident in Gwoza Local Government Area involved suspected terrorists targeting a military base and an Internally Displaced Persons camp, where over 100 residents were reportedly abducted.

Atiku described the attack as “deeply troubling” and said the Federal Government’s response to such incidents has been inadequate.

The former vice president expressed concern over the escalating wave of violence across the country, suggesting that both the government and society have become numb to the ongoing bloodshed.

“It is unfortunate that the current Federal Government appears to be losing its grip on the fight against terrorism and violent attacks. Instead, it seems more focused on unleashing intense pressure against political opponents and enabling self-serving ethnic militia groups,” Atiku said.

He further lamented that government officials, along with the ruling party elite, remain preoccupied with consolidating power, while civilians and servicemen continue to suffer from attacks and abductions.

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Atiku’s comments add to growing scrutiny of the Tinubu administration’s handling of national security challenges, particularly in the North-East, where terrorist groups continue to pose a serious threat to communities.