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Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar warns that Nigeria risks a revolution if authorities continue violating citizens’ rights, following EFCC’s attempted arrest of ex-Governor Nasir El-Rufai.
Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has warned that Nigeria could face a revolution if citizens continue to suffer human rights violations and political intimidation.
Atiku made the statement on Thursday night during a solidarity visit to former Kaduna State Governor Nasir El-Rufai, who reportedly clashed with security operatives at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja, upon his return from Cairo, Egypt.
According to reports, operatives of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) had seized El-Rufai’s international passport and attempted to arrest him at the airport, sparking resistance from onlookers.
“People Will No Longer Accept Rights Violations”
Speaking during the visit, Atiku said the public resistance witnessed at the airport should serve as a lesson to authorities about the growing frustration among Nigerians.
He warned that continued disregard for citizens’ rights could trigger a national uprising.
Atiku described the attempted arrest as “absolutely uncalled for”, urging the government to respect due process and avoid actions that could destabilize the country.
Background: EFCC’s Move Against El-Rufai
The EFCC’s attempt to detain El-Rufai reportedly relates to ongoing investigations into alleged financial misconduct during his tenure as governor.
The incident has drawn mixed reactions across political circles, with some describing it as politically motivated, while others insist it reflects the anti-corruption agency’s renewed enforcement drive.
