Atiku Appears Before ADC Screening Panel, Promises Security, Economic Reforms

Former Vice-President Atiku Abubakar on Wednesday appeared before the presidential screening panel of the African Democratic Congress, where he pledged to address insecurity and economic challenges facing the country.

In a statement issued after the exercise by his Senior Special Assistant on Public Communication, Mr Phrank Shaibu, the former vice-president described the engagement as more than a routine party process, saying it provided an opportunity to present practical solutions for Nigeria’s challenges.

According to the statement, Atiku expressed concern over rising unemployment, insecurity, and economic hardship across the country.

“Nigeria cannot continue on its current path where hardship persists, businesses collapse, and investor confidence declines because of uncertain economic policies,” he said.

The former presidential candidate said his economic plan would focus on job creation, private sector growth, fiscal discipline, stable macroeconomic policies, and attracting sustainable investments.

He also pledged to strengthen national security through intelligence-led operations, improved collaboration among security agencies, decentralised security structures, and stronger action against criminal groups.

“At this defining moment in our national life, Nigeria does not need experiments. It needs tested leadership and courage to make necessary national decisions,” Atiku said.

He reaffirmed his commitment to building what he described as “a secure, united and prosperous Nigeria” where citizens could live peacefully and pursue opportunities with confidence and dignity.