Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has rejected President Bola Tinubu's economic scorecard, pointing to unpaid wages as a key failure. The critique comes amid ongoing debates over the administration's handling of the economy.
Atiku's remarks, reported by Vanguard News on Sunday, 02 August 2026, challenge the government's narrative of progress. He specifically cited the issue of unpaid wages, a problem that continues to affect many Nigerian workers.
Meanwhile, the Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) received a ₦50 billion injection from funds recovered by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC). This move is part of efforts to support education financing, though it does little to address the wage arrears Atiku highlighted.
Why this matters
For everyday Nigerians, the clash between Atiku and Tinubu underscores the gap between official claims and on-the-ground reality. While recovered funds are being channeled into schemes like NELFUND, the persistence of unpaid wages raises questions about economic priorities. As food inflation remains a concern, such political disagreements highlight the need for policies that directly ease household burdens.