Atiku Abubakar Denies Receiving Campaign Funds from Lagos Governor Sanwo-Olu –

Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has categorically denied allegations that he received financial support from Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu for his 2023 presidential election campaign. Atiku’s spokesperson, Paul Ibe, described the claims as “a blatant lie from the pit of hell” and “fabricated propaganda” aimed at tarnishing Atiku’s reputation ¹.Background of the AllegationsThe reports suggested that Sanwo-Olu provided funds from Lagos State’s coffers to Atiku during his bid as the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) presidential candidate in the 2023 general elections. However, Ibe dismissed these claims, stating that Atiku has never met Sanwo-Olu nor had any form of financial dealings with him.Illogical AllegationsIbe emphasized the illogical nature of the allegations, pointing out that Sanwo-Olu’s party fielded a different candidate for the same election. He challenged the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) to publicly release any findings related to the claim, urging an end to what he called “a campaign of calumny” against the former vice president.Atiku’s Camp Accuses Tinubu’s Camp of PropagandaAtiku’s camp has accused President Bola Tinubu’s camp of orchestrating the allegations as a political ploy to discredit Atiku. They claim that the allegations are part of a strategy to sideline Sanwo-Olu, who is reportedly out of favor with powerful figures in Tinubu’s circle