Atiku_Abubakar accuses Babachir_Lawal of ethnic prejudice

Former Vice President and Nigeria — African Democratic Congress presidential candidate, Atiku Abubakar>>>, has strongly criticized former Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Babachir Lawal>>>, accusing him of promoting ethnic prejudice, peddling conspiracy theories, and deepening divisions in Nigeria>>>. Atiku Abubakar>>>'s response came after Babachir Lawal>>>'s public attacks, including a Facebook post, questioned Atiku Abubakar>>>'s character and competence. Atiku Abubakar>>> defended his record on national unity, citing his support for victims of violence and educational interventions, such as scholarships for Chibok schoolgirls at the American University of Nigeria. He also highlighted contradictions in Babachir Lawal>>>'s public statements, noting that Lawal served under former President Muhammadu Buhari>>> (a Fula people man) but now seeks to stigmatize the Fula people ethnic group. The exchange underscores growing political realignments and tensions ahead of the 2027 general election, with Atiku Abubakar>>> urging a focus on national challenges rather than divisive rhetoric.