Former Vice President of Nigeria,  Atiku Abubakar has said that his upcoming engagement with policy and institutional stakeholders in the United States will focus on Nigeria’s worsening security situation, economic challenges, and governance concerns.

In a statement issued by his media adviser, Paul Ibe on Sunday, Atiku described Nigeria as facing a “full-blown internal crisis.”

He cited persistent violence in the North-West, North-East, and Middle Belt, as well as rising cases of kidnapping and criminality nationwide.

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He also warned that the scale of insecurity reflects a broader systemic failure, stating that the government risks losing its core responsibility of protecting lives and property.

On the economy, Atiku highlighted rising inflation, currency weakness, and declining purchasing power, noting that millions of Nigerians are facing increasing hardship. He attributed the situation to policy inconsistency and lack of clear economic direction.

The former presidential candidate of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) also raised concerns about the state of Nigeria’s democratic institutions, cautioning that declining public trust in governance and the electoral process could threaten national stability, especially ahead of the next election cycle.

Responding to potential criticism over his planned US engagement, Atiku maintained that discussing Nigeria’s challenges with international stakeholders is not unpatriotic.

He said global partners have a legitimate interest in Nigeria’s stability and democratic health.

He called on the administration of President Bola Tinubu to urgently address insecurity and economic decline, stressing that leadership requires accountability and tangible results.

Atiku also urged Nigerians to remain engaged and demand accountability, stating that the country’s future depends on the collective resolve of its citizens to push for meaningful change.