Presidential candidate Atiku Abubakar has challenged President Bola Tinubu over the 2026 Federal Budget allocation of ₦15.13 billion to purchase 39 sport utility vehicles (SUVs). According to reports, Atiku questions the details behind the procurement and says the public should be provided with specific information about the vehicles and the contracting process.
Vanguard reports that Atiku demands particulars including the chassis numbers of the SUVs, the names of the suppliers, and contract details tied to the ₦15.13 billion appropriation. In his statement, he frames the demand as a test of transparency and also indicates that without such disclosures, Nigerians may be misled.
Legit.ng similarly reports that Atiku reacts to the budgetary allocation for the SUV purchase, presenting his challenge as an attempt to scrutinize how public funds are being used. Across the accounts, both outlets focus on the same budget figure and vehicle count and highlight Atiku’s call for disclosure of procurement information.
