The Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has raised concerns over a suspicious credit into one of his private bank accounts, alleging that his confidential banking details may have been compromised.
This was disclosed in statement issued on Friday by his Senior Special Assistant on Public Communication, Phrank Shaibu, Atiku said the transfer was made by an unknown individual with the narration, “Contribution Electioneering Campaign.”
According to the statement, neither the former vice president nor his campaign team solicited, authorised or had prior knowledge of the payment.
The statement noted that the transaction was particularly troubling because the account involved is a private one whose details are not publicly available.
It questioned how unknown individuals obtained the confidential banking information, describing the development as a matter of serious concern.
Atiku warned that if the banking details of a former vice president and presidential candidate could be accessed without authorisation, the financial privacy of ordinary Nigerians could also be at risk.
He further alleged that the information may have been obtained through individuals with privileged access, warning that such a breach, if confirmed, would amount to a serious abuse of power.
According to him, exposing confidential banking information could place account holders at risk from kidnappers, terrorists, bandits, fraudsters and other criminal elements.
The former vice president said security agencies had been notified of the incident, describing it as one of several suspicious developments occurring ahead of the 2027 general elections.
He also urged Nigerians not to be distracted by what he characterised as attempts to tarnish his reputation as political activities gather momentum.
Despite the incident, Atiku reaffirmed his commitment to offering what he described as credible leadership and practical solutions to Nigeria’s challenges.
