‘Nigeria is burning’ — Atiku faults Tinubu for embarking on Europe vacation

Vanguard News | 30-08-2026 09:49pm |

Former Vice-President Atiku Abubakar has criticized President Bola Tinubu's decision to take a three-week vacation in Europe amid Nigeria's economic and security challenges. Atiku stated that the President's absence reflects a 'disturbing vacuum of political leadership.' He acknowledged there is no constitutional vacuum but questioned the timing of the trip. Atiku contrasted Tinubu's responsibilities with his own travels as a private citizen.

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