Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has alleged that the administration of President Bola Tinubu is offering N50 million bribes to opposition party leaders to undermine their leadership ahead of the 2027 elections. Atiku claims that during a meeting with opposition leaders, they openly admitted receiving N50 million each from the government.
In response, the All Progressives Congress (APC) has vehemently denied these allegations. Felix Morka, the APC’s National Publicity Secretary, described Atiku’s claims as “simply bogus and laughable,” suggesting that such unsubstantiated allegations are a sign of Atiku’s political desperation.
The Labour Party has also refuted Atiku’s allegations, stating that they have not received any N50 million bribe from the government. This denial further complicates the political landscape, as it suggests a lack of consensus among opposition parties regarding the alleged bribe.
Atiku’s allegations have sparked widespread debate about the integrity of the political process in Nigeria. Critics argue that such claims, whether substantiated or not, can erode public trust in the democratic system and distract from more pressing issues.
As the political discourse intensifies, it remains to be seen how these allegations will impact the relationships among opposition parties and their strategies leading up to the 2027 elections. The need for transparency and accountability in political dealings has never been more critical.
