Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar responds to claims by former Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF) Babachir Lawal regarding the conduct of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) presidential primary. In his reaction, Atiku rejects the allegations and characterizes Lawal’s statements as a mixture of bitterness, speculation, and political reinterpretation presented as public concern. Atiku argues that Lawal’s intervention does not amount to the disclosure of verified evidence and instead reflects Lawal’s personal disappointment after his preferred candidate’s failure.
The reports describe Atiku’s call for accountability through concrete proof. He urges Lawal to bring evidence rather than engage in public confrontation. Atiku frames the dispute as a disagreement between political actors, asserting that Lawal’s remarks indicate he is struggling to accept the outcome of the primary.
Both accounts present Atiku’s position that the allegations are not substantiated and that Lawal’s remarks should be supported by tangible information to be credible.
