Abdul-Aziz Na'ibi Abubakar, the Director General of Media for Atiku The Light Organization, has spoken out against the defensive responses of supporters of Bola Ahmed Tinubu, particularly when criticized.
In a post made available on his verified X handle, Abubakar highlighted that, Tinubu's supporters often resort to comparing him favorably to former President Muhammadu Buhari, viewing this as a tacit acknowledgment of failure.
In his remarks, Abubakar emphasized the tendency of Tinubu's defenders to deflect criticism by pointing out alleged shortcomings of the Buhari administration. He described this response as their "only defense," suggesting their reveals as an underlying sense of failure within Tinubu's camp.
Abubakar further noted the irony that these defensive reactions predominantly comes from supporters of President Buhari, yet they often fail to offer substantive replies to criticisms leveled against Tinubu.
Abubakar's comments reflect a broader discourse within Nigerian political circles, where discussions surrounding prominent figures like Tinubu and Buhari are often intertwined. Abubakar's critique underscored the complexities and tensions within Nigerian politics, where supporters of different factions engage in spirited exchanges.