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Atiku Abubakar
African Democratic Congress ( ADC) presidential candidate, former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, has lambasted President Bola Tinubu over reports that 638 died as a result of insecurity, in October, with about 64,000 Nigerians fleeing to Niger.
Atiku, in a statement by the Director Strategic Communication, ADC Presidential Campaign Council, Phrank Shaibu said the incident exposes the alleged failure of President Tinubu to protect Nigerians.
The ADC candidate noted that behind the figures are families in mourning or Nigerians forced to flee their homes, in search of safety outside the borders of the country.
According to him, ” a report by the Foundation for Investigative Journalism, citing the Centre for Democracy and Development’s October tracker, says 638 people were killed in broader insecurity incidents during the month. The North-East alone accounted for 409 deaths.
“Across all security incidents, the tracker recorded 640 deaths, up from 396 in September. The United Nations also reported that nearly 64,000 people fled violence in northern Nigeria for Niger since the start of 2026, while several hundred more fled to Benin.
“These figures are a devastating indictment of the security situation in our country. Behind every number is a Nigerian whose life has been lost, a family in mourning or a community forced to abandon its home. Nigerians should not have to flee across our borders to find safety.”
The former Vice President added that “the Tinubu administration must make the protection of lives and communities its first responsibility. It must strengthen security in affected areas, support displaced families and work with neighbouring countries and humanitarian agencies to assist those who have fled. Nigerians also deserve a clear account of what is being done to stop the killings and restore safety.
“A government that cannot protect its people has failed in its most basic duty. President Tinubu must stop offering excuses and take responsibility for this worsening crisis. Nigerians need safety now, not another promise.” (The Sun)
