Atiku Lambasts President Tinubu, Says ‘30-Day Fuel Discount Is Panic-Driven Publicity Stunt’
Former Vice President and African Democratic Congress presidential candidate Atiku Abubakar has criticised the Federal Government’s proposed 30-day petrol discount, saying it offers temporary relief without addressing the underlying cost-of-living crisis.
In a statement issued by Phrank Shaibu, Director of Strategic Communication of the ADC Presidential Campaign Council, Atiku accused President Bola Tinubu’s administration of introducing the measure for political reasons ahead of the 2027 elections.
His reaction followed Thursday’s announcement that petrol sold by the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited would receive a temporary discount for an initial 30 days. Finance Minister and Coordinating Minister of the Economy Taiwo Oyedele said the measure formed part of a broader in...