The Lagos State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has dismissed allegations made by former Vice President Atiku Abubakar that the Presidency is using the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) to intimidate opposition figures ahead of the 2027 general elections.
APC’s Publicity Secretary, Seye Oladejo, described Atiku’s claims as “unfounded and misleading,” stating they are an attempt to discredit vital national institutions.
Oladejo emphasised that President Bola Tinubu remains committed to the rule of law and has never interfered with the EFCC’s statutory duties.
He maintained that the EFCC operates independently, without political bias, and acts solely on credible intelligence and evidence. “Those with clean hands have no reason to be afraid,” Oladejo said.
The APC spokesperson also accused Atiku of hypocrisy, noting that he once championed anti-corruption efforts during his tenure as Vice President but now seeks to undermine the institutions working to sanitise Nigeria’s systems.
“It is regrettable that a former Vice President who once paraded himself as an anti-corruption advocate is now attempting to tarnish the image of institutions working to sanitise Nigeria’s political and economic systems.”
The party urged Atiku to address lingering questions about his public record instead of spreading unfounded conspiracy theories.
“Rather than peddle unfounded conspiracy theories, we advise Alhaji Atiku Abubakar to focus on clearing the many unanswered questions surrounding his own public record,” Oladejo said.
Reiterating the party’s confidence ahead of future elections, Oladejo stated that the APC does not rely on illicit methods to win elections, attributing its success to purposeful governance, infrastructural development, and social investment under the administration of President Tinubu.
He dismissed Atiku’s comments as “political grandstanding,” urging Nigerians to support ongoing efforts to combat corruption and foster national prosperity.
“The APC has no influence over the EFCC’s operations. The commission continues to carry out its constitutional mandate of investigating and prosecuting financial crimes without fear or favour, regardless of political affiliation.
“The EFCC is not a political weapon; it is a statutory body acting strictly on credible intelligence and evidence. Those with clean hands have no reason to be afraid,” Oladejo added.
