Atiku: Democracy Under Siege, Tinubu’s Chokehold Responsible For FCT Polls Apathy

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Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar issued a press release criticizing the low voter turnout in the Federal Capital Territory Area Council elections, noting participation below 20 percent. He attributed the apathy to policies of the Bola Tinubu-led administration that he says restrict democratic space and weaken opposition. Atiku called on opposition parties and democratic actors to unite to protect Nigeria’s democratic system. The statement highlights concerns about declining public confidence in elections and its potential impact on democratic institutions.

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