Atiku Refutes Claims of Receiving Funds from Sanwo-Olu in 2023 Election
Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has dismissed allegations that he received funds from Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu during the 2023 presidential election, calling the claims politically motivated.
In a statement on Thursday, Atiku’s Media Adviser, Paul Ibe, refuted reports suggesting financial dealings between Atiku and Sanwo-Olu, labeling them as “blatant lies” and “contrived political propaganda.” The statement emphasized that Atiku has never met Sanwo-Olu and has no connection with him, making such allegations baseless.
Atiku’s camp accused political opponents of attempting to discredit him and undermine the Lagos governor, arguing that the controversy was part of a broader smear campaign. The statement also challenged the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) to publicly disclose any findings related to the allegations, asserting that the case was being used as a political tool.
Calling for transparency, Atiku’s team insisted that Nigerians, including Labour Party’s 2023 presidential candidate Peter Obi, deserve to know the truth. They also urged President Bola Tinubu’s camp to halt what they described as a campaign of calumny, asserting that such tactics would not weaken the opposition.
