Presidency tackles Atiku for reporting Tinubu to Trump, US Congress

Alhaji Atiku Abubakar, the former Vice President and presidential candidate of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), has once again found himself at the center of a controversy. This time, it's not his presidential ambitions that are being questioned, but his decision to report President Bola Tinubu to American President Donald Trump and the US Congress. The Presidency has taken a swipe at Atiku, accusing him of being reckless and desperate in his pursuit of the presidency.

Atiku's decision to report President Tinubu to the US authorities is a move that has left many wondering about the former Vice President's strategy. With over three decades of seeking the presidency, one would expect Atiku to have a clear understanding of the intricacies of Nigerian politics. However, his actions suggest a desperation that is both baffling and disappointing. According to the Presidency, Atiku's lobbying group in the US has submitted petitions to President Trump and the US State Department regarding a civil forfeiture case from 1993. This case, which was resolved over 30 years ago, has been thoroughly litigated and rendered moot by the electoral mandates conferred on President Tinubu by the people of Lagos and Nigeria at large.

The Presidency has accused Atiku of undermining Nigeria's dignity and independence by reporting President Tinubu to the US authorities. This move, according to the statement, is incongruous with the responsibilities of a state. It is a matter of sovereignty, and one that requires careful consideration. The fact that Atiku's lobbying group has submitted petitions to the US State Department regarding a matter that has been settled for over three decades raises questions about the former Vice President's understanding of Nigeria's place in the international community. It is a move that has been met with criticism from many quarters, with some accusing Atiku of being a pawn in a larger game.

Atiku's decision to report President Tinubu to the US authorities is a significant development in the Nigerian politics landscape. It marks a shift in the way politicians engage with the international community, and raises questions about the role of foreign powers in Nigerian politics. The fact that Atiku's lobbying group has submitted petitions to the US State Department suggests a level of desperation that is both surprising and worrying. It is a move that has been met with criticism from many quarters, and one that will likely have significant implications for the future of Nigerian politics.

Atiku's decision to report President Tinubu to the US authorities is a move that has lost its way. It is a desperate attempt to gain an advantage in the presidential election, and one that has been met with criticism from many quarters. The Presidency has accused Atiku of being reckless and desperate, and it is a criticism that is hard to argue with. As the presidential election approaches, it remains to be seen whether Atiku's strategy will pay off. However, one thing is certain: his decision to report President Tinubu to the US authorities has raised more questions than answers.

As the controversy surrounding Atiku's decision continues to unfold, one thing is clear: the stakes are high, and the consequences will be significant. The Presidency has accused Atiku of undermining Nigeria's dignity and independence, and it is a criticism that will likely have significant implications for the former Vice President's presidential ambitions. With the presidential election just around the corner, it remains to be seen whether Atiku's strategy will pay off. However, one thing is certain: his decision to report President Tinubu to the US authorities has marked a significant shift in the Nigerian politics landscape.