African Democratic Congress (ADC) presidential candidate Atiku Abubakar says U.S. President Donald Trump supports his proposal to restore Nigeria’s fuel subsidy. Atiku, speaking through a statement issued by his spokesman Phrank Shaibu on Sunday, reiterates his pledge that he will “return” or reinstate the fuel subsidy if elected President of Nigeria in 2027.
In the statement, Atiku frames the policy as aimed at putting money back into citizens’ pockets and improving domestic production and refining capacity. He argues that support for energy production is a shared priority, contrasting his position with what he describes as criticism from President Bola Tinubu’s administration. Atiku’s remarks also claim that Tinubu’s government uses waivers, incentives, and concessions for firms connected to the administration, while presenting “intervention” as unacceptable when benefits are intended for ordinary Nigerians.
Both outlets report the same core claim: Atiku attributes backing to Donald Trump regarding fuel subsidy restoration and links it to his 2027 election pledge. They differ mainly in how much supporting detail they include, but do not provide independent verification of the alleged U.S. support.
