Atiku challenges Tinubu on Nigeria's rising debt and minimum wage
Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has criticized President Tinubu's economic record, calling for a higher minimum wage and demanding an explanation for Nigeria's rising public debt.
What happened
Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has urged President Bola Tinubu to raise Nigeria's N70,000 minimum wage, saying its value has been eroded by rising costs, and has vowed to increase it from his first day in office if elected.12
He also challenged Tinubu to explain why Nigeria's public debt continues to rise despite increased government revenues, saying Nigerians are yet to see the benefits promised from the administration's economic reforms.3
Atiku described the situation of minimum-wage workers unable to afford food after a full day's labour as a national disgrace.2
Atiku challenged Tinubu to explain why Nigeria's public debt keeps rising despite increased government revenues, and said Nigerians have not seen benefits promised from the administration's economic reforms.3
Key points
- Atiku Abubakar, presidential candidate of the African Democratic Congress, has criticized President Bola Tinubu's economic policies, including the minimum wage level and rising public debt.123
- Atiku called for an increase to the N70,000 minimum wage, saying its value has been eroded by rising costs.12
What the coverage leaves out
- None of the outlets reviewed reported a response from President Tinubu or his administration to Atiku's statements.
- None of the outlets reviewed gave the specific figure of N166.79 trillion for Nigeria's public debt or detailed the size of the reported revenue increase.
Why it matters
Atiku is a former vice president and the ADC's presidential candidate, positioning himself as a critic of the Tinubu administration's economic record ahead of future elections.3
Sources (3)
Every outlet we drew on, grouped by where it is based. Read the originals for the full reporting.
Africa
- 1PunchNGPrivate
Atiku urges Tinubu to raise N70,000 wage, vows hike from day one
- 2Channels TelevisionNGPrivate
‘Tinubu Has Made Life Painfully Expensive,’ Atiku Calls For Minimum Wage Increase
- 3VanguardNGPrivate