Atiku Condemns Alleged Military Honours for President Tinubu's Son, Demands Probe
- Atiku Abubakar has condemned a military-style parade held for Seyi Tinubu, the son of President Bola Tinubu, calling it a violation of military traditions
- He demanded an investigation into the legitimacy of the 'Nigeria Cadet Network', the civilian group behind the parade and alleged illegal use of firearms
- Atiku stressed the importance of preserving the integrity of the Nigerian Armed Forces and ensuring accountability if the law had indeed been violated
Former Nigerian Vice President and prominent opposition figure Atiku Abubakar has expressed outrage after Seyi Tinubu, the son of President Bola Tinubu, received military honours during a parade.
The event has sparked widespread condemnation, with Atiku demanding a thorough investigation into the circumstances surrounding the controversial display.
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Atiku outraged about military parade
In a statement released on Sunday, December 29, he condemned the military-style procession, calling it a violation of long-established military traditions.
He described the parade as a 'gross aberration' for any branch of the Nigerian Armed Forces to organise such a formal event for a non-designated public figure.
In the statement, he also expressed deep concern over the involvement of civilians in the event, particularly the 'Nigeria Cadet Network', a group that he claimed was not a recognised entity within the military.
"It is with utter dismay and concern that Nigerians were subjected to a nauseating video circulating online, where a group of young men, armed and in full military procession, bestowed upon the President's son unwarranted military honours," Atiku’s statement read.
He questioned the legitimacy of the 'Nigeria Cadet Network', highlighting that it is neither a registered organisation nor an officially recognised military group.
Atiku condemns reckless display of fire arms
Atiku further noted the troubling nature of the event, which saw civilians displaying firearms in the parade, a practice that he warned could undermine the security of the country at a time when illegal arms proliferation is a significant concern.
He also expressed alarm over the apparent involvement of security personnel in facilitating the parade, raising questions about the role of the state.
Groups endorse Seyi Tinubu for Lagos governor
Earlier, Legit.ng reported that the 2027 Lagos state governorship election was already generating buzz, with various groups endorsing President Bola Tinubu's son, Seyi Tinubu, for the position.
By 2027, current Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu would be rounding up with his second term in the state. He would obviously have a say in who becomes the state's next governor, but the politics have begun to emerge two years ahead.
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