Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar condemns the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) for freezing the Osun State Government’s statutory allocation account. In statements reported by multiple outlets, Atiku argues that using state institutions to target political opponents threatens democratic stability. He links the EFCC action to the timing—days before the Osun governorship election—and says it could disrupt the state’s ability to run public services, potentially delay workers’ salaries and governance activities. Atiku also calls for due process, saying anti-corruption agencies can investigate alleged wrongdoing but must not take actions that create a perception that institutions are being used to influence political outcomes.
He further alleges a broader pattern in which opposition-controlled states are repeatedly affected by coercive actions, including referencing a prior, prolonged denial of Osun’s statutory local government allocations. Atiku’s position is that the freezing of the principal operational account undermines public confidence and weakens institutions’ independence. He urges the EFCC to reverse the freezing immediately, framing the move as having direct effects on the people of Osun.
