Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar’s comments on the Federal Government’s handling of the death of Mary Haliba have continued to generate widespread reactions on social media, with many users expressing differing opinions over his criticism of the administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu.
The reactions followed a statement shared by Atiku on his official X account on Thursday, July 16, 2026, in which he questioned what he described as the silence of key government institutions following reports that the body of Mary Haliba was discovered at the residence of the Minister of Works, Dave Umahi.
In his post, the former Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) presidential candidate argued that the Federal Government had not responded publicly to the incident in a manner he considered appropriate. He alleged that the Presidency had remained silent despite the seriousness of the matter and urged President Tinubu to take decisive action.
Atiku called on the President to direct the Minister of Works to step aside while a full investigation into the circumstances surrounding the case is conducted, maintaining that such a move would help ensure transparency and public confidence in the investigative process.
Expressing his concerns in the statement posted on his verified X account, Atiku wrote:
“And through all of this, silence from the Presidency. Silence from the Federal Executive Council. Silence from the Inspector General of Police. Silence from the National Assembly. Not one word. Not one directive”.
The statement quickly gained attention on social media, where it was widely shared and discussed by users on X. The post attracted numerous comments, with opinions divided over Atiku’s position.
While some users supported the former vice president’s call for what they described as accountability and a transparent investigation, others disagreed with his assessment of the situation, arguing that investigations should be allowed to proceed without political interference. Several commenters also debated the broader implications of the case and the responsibilities of public officials when serious allegations arise.
As discussions continued online, screenshots of some of the reactions circulated across social media platforms, reflecting the wide range of opinions expressed by Nigerians on the issue…See_More
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