Fresh political criticism has emerged from the opposition. Atiku Abubakar has accused the Tinubu administration of failing to address alleged budget irregularities involving the Almajiri Commission and the PFIPC.
ABUJA, FCT — Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has criticised President Bola Tinubu over alleged budget irregularities involving the National Commission for Almajiri and Out-of-School Children Education and the reported PFIPC controversy. In a statement, Atiku questioned whether the President was aware of the allegations or had failed to act on them.
According to the former Peoples Democratic Party presidential candidate, the allegations raise concerns about transparency and accountability in public spending. He urged the Federal Government to provide clear explanations on the issues and ensure that any claims of financial misconduct receive thorough investigation. Atiku said Nigerians deserve openness in the management of public funds.
In the statement, Atiku Abubakar argued that public institutions must operate within the law and remain accountable to citizens. He called on relevant anti-corruption and oversight agencies to examine the allegations and make their findings available to the public. Atiku maintained that credible investigations would help strengthen public confidence in government institutions.
The Federal Government has repeatedly stated that it remains committed to transparency, accountability and prudent management of public resources. At the time of filing this report, the Presidency had not issued an official response to Atiku’s latest remarks regarding the Almajiri Commission or the PFIPC allegations. Extra News Nigeria could not independently verify the claims raised in the statement.
The development means political debate over public spending and government accountability is likely to continue as opposition figures intensify scrutiny of the Tinubu administration. Attention will now focus on whether the Presidency or the agencies mentioned issue official responses and whether any formal investigations or reviews are announced in relation to the allegations.
