Atiku Abubakar,
The Lagos State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has strongly refuted accusations by former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, who alleged that the Presidency is using the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) to target opposition figures ahead of the 2027 general elections.
Reacting to Atiku’s claims, the APC’s Publicity Secretary, Seye Oladejo, described the statements as “unfounded and misleading”, and accused the former vice president of attempting to discredit Nigeria’s anti-corruption institutions.
“It is regrettable that a former Vice President who once paraded himself as an anti-corruption advocate is now attempting to tarnish the image of institutions working to sanitise Nigeria’s political and economic systems,” Oladejo said.
He emphasized that President Bola Tinubu remains fully committed to upholding the rule of law, and has not interfered with the EFCC’s constitutional responsibilities.
Oladejo also reaffirmed the commission’s neutrality: “The EFCC is not a political weapon; it is a statutory body acting strictly on credible intelligence and evidence. Those with clean hands have no reason to be afraid.”
The APC spokesperson went further to accuse Atiku of hypocrisy, noting his previous support for anti-corruption reforms during his time in office, while now seemingly undermining the very institutions he once promoted.
“Rather than peddle unfounded conspiracy theories, we advise Alhaji Atiku Abubakar to focus on clearing the many unanswered questions surrounding his own public record,” he added.
Oladejo reiterated that the APC has no need to resort to intimidation or underhanded tactics to win elections, insisting that the party’s strength lies in performance-based governance.
“The APC does not rely on illicit methods to win elections. Our success is built on purposeful governance, infrastructural development, and social investment under the Tinubu administration.”
He also urged Nigerians to remain focused on the broader national interest and support ongoing efforts to curb corruption and promote prosperity.
“The APC has no influence over the EFCC’s operations. The commission continues to carry out its constitutional mandate of investigating and prosecuting financial crimes without fear or favour, regardless of political affiliation.”
Oladejo labelled Atiku’s remarks as mere “political grandstanding”, designed to distract from the real issues confronting the nation.
