Adamawa APC, Atiku Differ on Boko Haram Attack
The Adamawa State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has responded to remarks made by former Vice President Atiku Abubakar on the recent Boko Haram attack on Wagga Mongoro community in Madagali Local Government Area of the state. In a statement issued on Sunday by the APC State Publicity Secretary, Mohammed Abdullahi, the party […]
The Adamawa State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has responded to remarks made by former Vice President Atiku Abubakar on the recent Boko Haram attack on Wagga Mongoro community in Madagali Local Government Area of the state.
In a statement issued on Sunday by the APC State Publicity Secretary, Mohammed Abdullahi, the party acknowledged the tragic incident and expressed solidarity with the victims.
“We commiserate with the bereaved families, pray for the injured, and reaffirm our commitment to ensuring that insurgents are completely defeated. The APC stands firmly with the people of Wagga Mongoro in this difficult time,” Abdullahi said.
The APC statement was, however, critical of Atiku’s comments, saying his reaction did not reflect the progress being made in restoring peace to the region. “Peace is gradually returning under APC leadership, and we encourage all stakeholders to unite in support of ongoing security efforts rather than cast doubt on them,” Abdullahi added.
Atiku, in his own statement on Friday via his X handle, condemned the killings and urged the government to intensify action against insecurity.
“Tuesday’s attack on Wagga Mongono community in which suspected insurgents killed at least four people, injured several others, and set homes, shops, and a church on fire, is a painful reminder of the pervasive insecurity in Nigeria,” he wrote.
“Our people are certainly tired of government’s empty claims of improvements in security. Nigerians would love to see this government exert pressure on insecurity much as they do on revenue generation,” Atiku stated.
He further described the incident as “deeply personal” given his Adamawa roots, extending condolences to the affected families and communities.
“The government must move beyond rhetoric and take decisive, sustained action to protect lives and property. Nigerians deserve more than promises; they deserve peace, security, and the freedom to live without fear,” Atiku said.
The Boko Haram attack, which occurred on September 25, left four people dead and several others injured, with properties destroyed. Survivors were reported to have fled into the bush for safety.