Children begging on our streets should trouble every Nigerian, Atiku defends record

The Punch | 04-09-2026 02:54pm |

Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has responded to criticisms regarding street begging in Nigeria, defending his record on education initiatives. He highlighted his establishment of the American University of Nigeria (AUN) and various programs aimed at supporting vulnerable children. Atiku emphasized that the prevalence of children begging on the streets is a national concern that should trouble all Nigerians. He made these remarks while addressing questions about his contributions to tackling social issues.

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