The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Adamawa State has berated former Vice President Atiku Abubakar for what it described as “shameful grandstanding” over the recent terrorist attack in Wagga Mongoro, Madagali Local Government Area.

In a statement issued yesterday by the party’s State Publicity Secretary, Hon. Mohammed Abdullahi, the APC accused Atiku of exploiting the tragedy for political gain instead of showing genuine solidarity with the victims.

“Atiku once again proved that tragedy, for him, is not a moment of sober reflection but a stage for cheap politics. Instead of standing with the grieving persons, he rushed to issue a hollow statement riddled with lies and errors,” the statement read.

The APC alleged that Atiku’s comments misrepresented both the location and the casualty figures from the attack, describing the former Vice President’s intervention as “a comedy of errors” and “plainly mischievous.”

The party further blamed Atiku and the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) government in which he once served for laying the foundation of insecurity in Nigeria, accusing him of neglecting Adamawa during his time in office.

“When Boko Haram overran Adamawa communities, displaced families, and shut down livelihoods, Atiku was silent. Now, when peace is gradually returning under APC leadership, he suddenly finds his voice – not to unite, but to exploit,” the party charged.

The APC maintained that the current administration is “cleaning the Augean stable” by supporting the military and security agencies in their fight against insurgents.

Describing Atiku’s remarks as “callous, reckless, and condescending,” the ruling party vowed to continue standing with victims of insurgency and reiterated its commitment to ensuring lasting peace in Adamawa.

“We commiserate with the bereaved, pray for the injured, and reaffirm our commitment to ensuring that these degraded insurgents are finally defeated,” the statement concluded.