‘Atiku majored in hygiene, cannot rule Nigeria’s modern economy’ — Shettima

By Enitan Abdultawab
Vice President Kashim Shettima has criticised former vice president Atiku Abubakar over his proposal to restore fuel subsidy, questioning his ability to govern Nigeria’s modern economy.
Shettima said Atiku’s proposal would push the country back into poverty, accusing the former vice president of supporting the return of subsidy for political reasons.
Speaking at the Nigerian Economic Summit in Abuja on Monday, Shettima said, “One of the leading presidential candidates is advocating for the return of the subsidy scheme. He wants us to backslide into penury for political convenience.”
He also questioned Atiku’s professional background, referring to his training ...